Created by library of congress watch the video share. My posts often provide behindthescenes glimpses of the people, places and the past featured in my books. During world war ii, germany destroyed more than one hundred million books between may 1933 through the end of the war through public book burnings and bombings. Kathleen ernst american girl is excited to be working once again with this awardwinning author. When her father is taken prisoner by the british, caroline abbott, a young girl living during the war. Carolines secret message an american girl by kathleen ernst. I also write posts as a guest on other blogs, usually about facets of my chloe ellefson adult mysteries from midnight ink. Caroline takes a chance american girl collection 1812. A guide to cozy mystery and other favorite books, movies, and tv. Kathy lynn emerson, agatha awardwinning author of how to write killer historical mysteries, murder in the merchants hall, and other historical mysteries. She has published fifteen novels and one nonfiction book, including her bestselling american girl mystery, danger at the zoo, which was an agatha award finalist in the category of best childrensyoung adult mystery. Set during the war of 1812, this story is written for readers age 8 and up who enjoy historical fiction without sex, gore, or explicit violence. Thus begins meet caroline, the first of nine books in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the childrens historical character that american girl asked author kathleen ernst to create.
An american girl carolines american girl collection kathleen ernst on. Kathleen and scott are partners in every sense of the world. Samantha american girl free printables american girl. Fiction caroline abbott is doing what she loves most, sailing on lake ontario with her papa, when her world turns upside down. An american girl carolines american girl collection. Teachers home lessons and ideas books and authors top teaching blog teachers tool kit student activities. Kathleen ernst national book festival library of congress.
Pioneer life through the seasons, and many books for. Three winners will get signed and personalized, softcover copies of captain of the ship and facing the enemy, which contain the original six caroline american girl books i wrote. Shes the new collections curator at old world wisconsin, an outdoor ethnic museum showcasing 1870s settlement life. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. When her father is taken prisoner by the british, caroline abbott, a young girl living during the war of 1812, tries to help her family run their shipyard. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read a settlers year. I definitely recommend the caroline series to anyone interested in giving the american girl books a go, and i cant wait to see how her story ends. A memory of muskets takes two stories separated by more than a century and knits them together into one thoroughly satisfying read. Kathleen chose a rather lessknown backdrop for caroline, the sackets harbor of lake ontario in new york.
Kathleen ernst coowner kathleen ernst, llc linkedin. Ernst has written eight mysteries in the american girl series. Kathleen ernst is a woman of many bonnets, but never one she didnt love. But, my memories of those i did enjoy keep me interested in checking in on. An american girl carolines american girl collection by kathleen ernst 1593698828 9781593698829 the american girl series. Kathleen ernst has 45 books on goodreads with 28309 ratings. The paperback of the a surprise for caroline american girl collection series. Kathleen worked as an interpreter and curator of interpretation and collections at. I have29 published books and have plans for many more. Although she hates to leave her family, caroline is pleased to see her cousin lydiaand to meet lydias pretty cow. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. May 19, 2014 changes for caroline is the last of the american girl. Caroline receives a letter asking her to come and help on uncle aarons new farm. Trying to leave painful memories behind her, chloe ellefson is making a fresh start.
On her first day, chloe meets with an elderly woman. This should go right to the top, as it illustrates a time period of interest to both canadian and americans, the tragic war of 1812. Although she hates to leave her family, caroline is pleased to see her cousin lydiaand to meet lydias pretty cow and sweet baby calf. Carolines secret message by kathleen ernst scholastic. While kathleen does the writing portion of publishing, scott deals with the accounting and the marketing and everything else that is necessary to get kathleens books to readers. Both of my parents were avid readers, thank goodness. Thus begins meet caroline, the first of nine books in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the childrens historical character that american girl asked author kathleen ernst to create set during the war of 1812, this story is written for readers age 8 and up who enjoy historical fiction without sex, gore, or explicit violence. Meet caroline book the indianapolis public library.
Caroline abbott is doing what she loves mostsailing on lake ontario. Author kathleen ernst has written many of my favorites among the american girl historical books, and won awards for her work. She hopes desperately that papa will understand her message and make an escape. While the real war was intense on fort mchenry, sackets harbor was a good choice for the books not to sound too familiar.
Death on the prairie by kathleen ernst overdrive rakuten. The complete series list for a chloe ellefson mystery kathleen ernst. Personalized, signed copies can be acquired directly from the author, kathleen ernst. Above are american girl series books that are currently on. Her stories will inspire girls to listen to both their minds and their hearts when facing difficult choices.
She has been a writer, reader, historical interpreter, curator, reenactor, naturalist and educator. Tanith caroline imagined it would be great fun to have two girls staying at her house for the winter. An american girl carolines american girl collection kathleen. See all books authored by kathleen ernst, including danger at the zoo. Sep 04, 2012 caroline and her mother make a dangerous journey across lake ontario to the british fort where papa is being held prisoner. An american girl caroline s american girl collection. Caroline and her mother make a dangerous journey across lake ontario to the british fort where papa is being held prisoner. Meet caroline is the story of caroline abbot, who is girl living during the war of 1812. Kathleen ernsts most popular book is meet caroline american girls. Digital download only written in my heart, a short story digital download only. A series of books about growing up in america and american history.
Caroline abbott is doing what she loves mostsailing on lake ontario with papawhen her world turns upside down. She has published over thirty novels and two nonfiction books. Carolines battle an american girl by kathleen ernst. The first three books in this series meet caroline, caroline s secret message, and a surprise for caroline have been combined by american girl into a single new book. Thus begins the sixth book in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the. Complete list of kids book series currently in our database sorted by ar level. Caroline takes a chance american girl collection 1812 kathleen ernst on. Okay, so this isnt technically one of the american girl books i read as a kid.
The chloe ellefson mystery series in order kathleen. She took an interpreter job at old world wisconsin and later worked as a curator of interpretation and. Books and authors top teaching blog teachers tool kit student activities. Caroline, the thirteenth character in the american girl series, features in six historical books written by ernst. Several books from the series were later rereleased in digital form by open road integrated media. American girl publishing julie printable activities. Many of the authors from this series later moved on to write for the central series. Pioneer life through the seasons ebook written by kathleen ernst. Caroline booksor at least, the last book of the series proper, as there is already one spinoff caroline book in the american girls mysteries seriesand so far, its been a series ive quite enjoyed. Kathleen ernst brings to life the world of caroline abbott a brave, adventurous girl who lives through the war of 1812.
An american girl caroline s american girl collection ernst, kathleen on. The chloe ellefson mystery series in order kathleen ernst. The first three books in this awardwinning series meet caroline, carolines secret. The latest is caroline takes a chance american girl. While kathleen does the writing portion of publishing, scott deals with the accounting and the marketing and everything else that is necessary to get kathleen s books to readers. Thus begins the second book in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the childrens historical character that american girl asked author kathleen ernst to create. Discover book depositorys huge selection of kathleen ernst books online. Now i have the fun of writing books about ideas that fascinate me, experiences that moved me and historical tidbits that capture my imagination. Sep 04, 2012 author kathleen ernst has written many of my favorites among the american girl historical books, and won awards for her work.
An american girl carolines american girl collection ernst, kathleen on. A surprise for caroline an american girl by kathleen ernst. Kathleen ernst is an awardwinning author, educator and social historian. As a child she dreamed of becoming a full time writer and now she has the fun of writing books about ideas that fascinate her, experiences that have moved her and. I am proud to introduce the painting trilogy my latest christian fiction novel has won first place religious fiction by the taa. Great for girls with an interest in history and the olden days.
Go search todays deals vouchers amazonbasics best sellers. A memory of muskets by kathleen ernst overdrive rakuten. Kathleen ernst bibliography chronological book list and series. Kathleen ernst s most popular book is meet caroline american girls. An american girl the american girls collection book 1. Thus begins the second book in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the childrens historical. Join facebook to connect with kathleen ernst and others you may know. Kathleen ernst goodreads author, robert papp illustrator. Honors for her childrens mysteries include edgar and agatha award nominations. Buy a cheap copy of meet caroline book by kathleen ernst. I started my blog, sites and stories, to celebrate historic sites the stories they tell, the stories they inspire. A caroline classic volume 2 american girl by kathleen ernst and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Thus begins meet caroline, the first of nine books in the awardwinning, bestselling series about caroline, the childrens historical character that american girl asked author kathleen ernst to create set during the war of 1812, this story is written for readers age 8 and up.
Bestselling author kathleen ernst writes awardwinning mysteries and fiction and nonfiction history books for adults and young readers, who have bought over 1. So, before we buy more in the series, i had to know what happened in the first one. Unfortunately, i found changes for caroline to be the weakest of the lot. I read this one on my own, without my little sister, because she and my mom read it together. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. New and used copies of a surprise for caroline are available for purchase online. Kathleen ernst is an awardwinning and bestselling author, educator, and social historian. Changes for caroline an american girl by kathleen ernst. The library of congress national book festival kids and teachers meet the authors kathleen ernst. Kathleen ernst books list of books by author kathleen ernst. American girl caroline by kathleen ernst ar levels 4. Her books for young readers include the caroline abbott series for american girl. A surprise for caroline american girl collection series. This story is written for readers age 8 and up who enjoy historical fiction without sex, gore, or explicit violence.