Monday, May 8, 2017

*NEWS* Upcoming AG Book Titles

I found a number of books on Amazon which are coming out later in the year.





 In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of the American Girl doll, Pleasant Rowland. Follow the story of Rowland as she creates American Girl from the original historical dolls to the updated American Girl of the Year and American Girl of Today to Truly Me and BeForever. Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

 


 You'll be "sew amazing" when you create a fashion studio and runway for your doll! As the designer, you'll have access to the behind-the scenes process of designing and making clothes for a fashion show, including the tools of the trade such as: a sewing machine, dress form, measuring tape, runway, paper patterns, and much more!

 



The fourth book in the bestselling series from American Girl and Williams Sonoma, American Girl Breakfast & Brunch features over 45 delicious recipes that are accessible to young chefs. Inspiring photography, ideas for planning brunch parties with friends and family, and plenty of helpful cooking tips make this book the perfect gift for the budding chef in your life and a great gift for the many American Girl fans out there.

From muffins and pancakes, to cheesy egg sandwiches and cinnamon rolls, there’s something everyone will enjoy. This cumulative book starts with Breakfast Basics: a chapter dedicated to all the essentials to making a stand-out spread, including Easy Fried Eggs, Basic and Lemon-Poppy Seed Waffles, and four kinds of muffins. Next up is Sweet Treats, which is chockfull of favorites like Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting, Sweet & Savory Mini Scones, and other treats. Discover yummy additions to round out your breakfast, such as Maple-Glazed Bacon, a Coffee-Free “Latte,” and other drinks in Tasty Extras. You’ll find delicious and wholesome options in Good for You, such as a sweet Coconut & Chia-Seed Pudding and homemade granola. Egg-cellent Eats offers eggs in all forms: scrambled and wrapped inside Breakfast Burritos, fried inside a Toad in A Hole, and so much more. Gather your friends for some Crowd Pleasers that no one can resist, like Peach-Blackberry Crisp and PB&J Paninis. 

Throughout the book you’ll find inspiring ideas and photography for making a party out of all the new skills and recipes you’ve learned along the way. Whether you want to surprise a parent with breakfast in bed, host an epic next-day sleepover breakfast party or a DIY brunch smorgasbord with friends, or simply improve your smoothie game, this book has got you covered. 

American Girl Breakfast and Brunch goes with the exclusive line of cookware products from Williams Sonoma and American Girl, but these delicious recipes can also be made with the utensils you already have in your home. This companion title to American Girl Baking will be a staple in the kitchen for your little chef. 








 "Engaging images accompany information about American Girl. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

-Valerie 

9 comments:

  1. Thank you! I have been waiting for this collection for a long time. These are must have books for me. I am thinking of developing my own curriculum so entrepreneurship is a big deal just like it was for Ms Rowland. My only grievance is with the cookbooks. I would love to see healthier recipes with alternatives to white flour like almond or whole wheat. Not for vanity purposes but for children who are diabetic or prediabetic. It is hard to explain that to my child that there are just somethings that are too high in carbs like pancakes with bananas. Maybe they could include the nutritional information. We have the diabetic kit for dolls which is great but when I see these recipes I wish they would include more protein based meals like cheese omelets, or fratatas. Even buckwheat blueberry pancakes would be a nice alternative to the regular ones for heart health. That being said altogether I love AG books and am excited for these new editions.

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    1. Ticia, How exciting, a curriculum! Wishing you much success!

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    2. Ticia, How exciting, a curriculum! I wish you much success in your endeavor.

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    3. I love the idea of the healthier ingredient alternatives!

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    4. Thank you. It will not be on the same scale as Ms Rowland but it has lots of history and science for students to use.

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  2. Very much looking forward to the book about Pleasant Rowland, but why oh why on the cover for the "Brands We Know" book would Elizabeth's hair be braided, and with really tacky looking hair ties? There's wisps of hair coming out in several places and as the focal point of the cover, it doesn't look very professional.

    There's also an "American Girl Character Encyclopedia" book, hardcover, releasing June 4th. Found it by clicking on the link for the last book, as I was thrown by the release date--it's already available.
    https://www.amazon.com/American-Character-Encyclopedia-Carrie-Anton/dp/1465460799/ref=pd_sbs_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1465460799&pd_rd_r=552YJS26YRFG9QTJ7C0R&pd_rd_w=DurtA&pd_rd_wg=6nFk2&psc=1&refRID=552YJS26YRFG9QTJ7C0R
    -- Jen

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    1. Oh, the hair ties! I didn't notice them at first. I thought they had put Lea on the cover, then realized it was Elizabeth...it is an interesting choice. Maybe a commentary on how we modernize historical dolls.

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  3. I will need the the breakfast and brunch book. LOL
    ~Xyra

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