Molly's Surprise

Molly's Surprise

American Girl
by Valerie Tripp
Trade Paperback, 58 pages
Not in stock

Historical Setting: Jefferson, Illinois, WWII

Molly and her family face a disappointing Christmas. Dad is off at war in England, Molly's grandparents can't come for the holidays, and it looks like there won't be many exciting presents. Worst of all, the family hasn't heard from Dad for a long time, and they're worried. But Molly decides they should make their own merry Christmas, filled with the kind of surprises that Dad would make. Thanks to Molly, the best surprise of all is waiting for the McIntires on Christmas morning.

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  Molly's Surprise
Lauren of Salem, OR, 8/28/2016
Molly, an American girl growing up during World War II, is unhappy about Christmas being different this year. She is also concerned about her Dad, who is taking care of wounded soldiers in England. Her family hasn't received his Christmas package yet, and he always sends one. So, when she and her sister, Jill, finally find Dad's box under the snow, it's their job to keep it a surprise until Christmas. Will this Christmas be just as jolly as other years despite the practical gifts? Read this book to find out!