Customer Reviews:
It's great.......2005-10-25
Addy is so great. It is a 6 serie book set and it is really great. Addy is a amegenary girl who lives right after the civil war. It is filled with amotions. It uses no bad words at all. It is the best for kids ages 10-12
Lydia
Age 10
My 7 year old loves this book.......2005-03-17
This story is set in 1864 during the Civil War. The book prompted discussions about race, slavery, the Civil War and life during that time, prejudice behavior, the privledges we take for granted and inner strength. We first read about slavery in Kaya, which my daughter also loved. My daughter talks about the characters (Addy, Kaya, Samantha and others) as though they are part of our extended family. She has set a goal to read all of the American Girl books and is well on her way there.
I can't imagine a girl not enjoying this book.
Best American Girl!.......2004-01-08
I really liked this book out of all of the American Girls books. Addy is my favorite. I haven't read this book since I was about in the second grade, I'm in seventh grade now. I really need to get the whole Addy set. I recommend Addy for everyone!
This is a wonderful series.......2002-04-02
I am currently reading these books to my daughter who just turned five. We are both really enjoying them. I know the recommended age is seven and up but these books are great even before then but be prepared to discuss it also. My daughter can't wait to find out what Addy is going to do next. I think that these books are a great foundation for young girls. It can help them understand history as well as know that they can make a difference in the world no matter how small they are. We are working our way through the different American Girl series but I definately recommend the Addy books to everyone young and old. I think the history section at the end of each book is fabulous and really puts it in language a child can understand. It also helps that they relate the history to Addy since she is someone your child "knows" after reading the books.
Meet Addy.......2001-11-05
I like this book because it is fun and easy to read. It only has
69 pages and a lot of good pictures. Addy is an American girl who
is a slave and wants to be free. At the end of the book she was
free. I was happy for her.
Book Description
When Jake and Pa find a gold nugget big enough to buy a pet, there arent any dogs to be found. And so Jake gets a . . . pig ("four legs, floppy ears, and a tail"), and he names him Dog. Lucky for Pa and Jake, Dog has a nose for finding good fortune. And where luck grows like a cornstalk-tall and golden and strong-Dog and Jake are sure to be found, ready for whatever comes next.
Customer Reviews:
Lucky jake, avoid for your own sake........2007-10-14
Bad story, horrible picture art, not worth the money or the time to read it. Stay with your classic kids stories.
Customer Reviews:
So small.......2007-07-29
Maybe I didn't read the description well enough but I was very disappointed that the doll is so tiny.
Adorable AG doll.......2007-05-12
My niece loved this. It arrived promptly and in perfect condition.
All Things American Girl.......2007-03-18
Added to my American Girl Collection of mini dolls. Great series/price.
I love the detail on all of these dolls and the books are really interesting to read for me and my daughter.
Customer Reviews:
Meet Addy.......2007-03-06
*~Meet Addy~*
I am reading Meet Addy by Connie Porter,
The story is about a 9-year-old girl named Addy
That is living in slavery time in the 1800's. The genre would be Realistic Fiction.
Addy has a mom, dad, sister, brother, and a master named Master Stevens. One day a
Different master came to talk to Master Stevens about selling some of his slaves, Master
Stevens agrees, pretty soon he sells Addys dad and brother, all that is left is Addy,
Her mom and her sister, when they get to thinking about escaping when they decide to
They will escape but they will have to leave Addys one-year-old sister behind with there
Aunt and uncle, because if people that are searching for them at night, they might hear her crying. So Addy and her mother escaped. I recommend this book to people who
Like realistic fiction and people who like slavery, I would really recommend this book to you!!!!!
A Brave Girl...Nakaissia's Review.......2004-09-25
It was an exciting story. I wanted to read it a lot. It was brave of her to keep her feelings inside and try to help her family to get to freedom. I am glad that she made it through, because I'm not sure I would have. I recommend this book for girls and boys, and even adults, as it's really good.
Introduction to a painful topic.......2004-03-06
Addy is the story of a black girl in 1864, as the Civil War was in its ending stages. My second grade niece, an advanced reader, was immediately engrossed in the story. The subject matter may be a bit over her head, though. I suggested she compare Addy's family with her own, asking "Today, no one owns your family, do they?" The reply I got was "Yes, grandma!" Another reviewer says this is a third to 6th grade book--probably third or fourth grade is about right. Although paper, the quality is high, with nice illustrations. Kudos to American Girl for giving us an excellent alternative to Barbie!
Maria's Review.......2004-02-13
In 1864 Addy, a smart and courages girl, wants to escape with her family to Philadelphia, instead of staying in North Carolina in slavery. Addy's father and brother are sold off to another plantation. Addy and her mother's only choice is to leave to Philadelphia without Addy's baby sister, Esther. When they escape, Addy's mother starts to drown, because she doesn't know how to swim. Addy looks and looks but can't find her mother. Suddenly Addy found her mother caught in a fallen over tree. They walk all night and hide all day. Addy spots a railroad track. They follow it until they see a train. They stopped and hid. Will they ever find freedom? When the train was gone, they followed the tracks again until they reached a soldier camp. They sneak past the soldier camp to the safe house where a white woman helps colored people escape. They knocked on the door two times before the woman came to the door. I recommend that people who like adventurous books shouldn't take my word for it, and read it themselves.
History Come To Life........2004-01-20
My sister has the entire AMERICAN GIRLS collection of books, but I never gave much thought about them until recently when I was at home. I'm in an multi-cultural education class and figured it might be beneficial to read at least one of these books in this very popular series.
I chose MEET ADDY and was quite surprised by what I read. The story was engaging, full of vivid imagery, and historically accurate. Addy is a young slave girl living on a plantation near the end of the Civil War. Lincoln has already issued the Emancipation Proclamation, but Addy and her father, mother, brother, and sister are slaves living in the South. Their owner is not a very cruel Master and cares for his slaves much better than many other slave-owners. However, the war is costly and he sells some of his slaves in an effort to raise enough money to keep the plantation open. The two slaves he sells are Addy's father and her brother, Sam. After they are sold together, Addy's mother makes plans for her and Addy to escape before more tragedy strikes their family. They leave Addy's baby sister behind with Auntie Lula and Uncle Solomon, an elderly couple who work in the plantation house, and flee in the night headed towards a safe house where an elderly woman named Miss Caroline lives. Miss Caroline will take them to their freedom.
The last few pages of this book contain some historical information about slavery and what life would have been like for a girl like Addy. The information is interesting and adds a historical context to a very engaging story.
Overall, I found this book to be quite interesting and a very enjoyable and informative read. I highly recommend it to young girls and to boys who don't mind reading about girls.
Book Description
In the winter of 1866, Addy's poppa gets a new job. His employer, Mr. Radisson, even offers the Walker family a home of their own on the grounds of his fine house in Society Hill. Addy's delight quickly evaporates as she realizes that Mr. Radisson's house holds frightening secrets--one of which leads straight back to the plantation where Addy's family was held in slavery only two years before. Girls will enjoy solving the mystery right along with Addy. This latest book from award-winning author Evelyn Coleman includes an illustrated "Looking Back" section to provide historical context.
Customer Reviews:
Coleman brings Addy, and civil rights to life in this riveting tale of suspense and intrigue!.......2007-03-02
The year is 1866. Eleven-year-old Addy, along with the rest of her family, are absolutely thrilled to learn that Poppa's new boss, Mr. Radisson, has invited her family to live in a beautiful little house on his property, in Philadelphia's exclusive Society Hill. The neighborhood is elegant and breathtaking, and Addy is ecstatic to have the chance to occupy such a beautiful home. However, before Addy's family has even settled into their new place, they are accosted by a vicious policeman who accuses them of being thieves, and having no right to trek through the private community. The encounter leaves Addy, along with Momma, her younger sister, Esther, her older brother, Sam, and Poppa, upset at the way the world works, but does not make them forget where they are headed. The home is absolutely beautiful, and, for the first time in her life, Addy is able to occupy a lovely feather bed that is warm and comfortable, and Momma is able to find work along with Poppa. Addy hopes that her family will be able to stay on Mr. Radisson's property for a long time. But within just a few hours, Addy begins to realize that her new home holds some very dark, dangerous secrets. Secrets that could certainly turn Addy's family into the cold night, and leave Mr. Radisson's jaw hanging open. Addy is determined to discover just what is going on in Mr. Radisson's house. The mysterious lights she sees through the window, the strange colored woman she has seen walking around the property in the dead of night, the piece of paper she found with her name scrawled in large letters upon it. All of these things leave Addy frightened, yet curious. However, when her curiosity lands her in deep trouble, and she learns that one of the dangerous secrets at Mr. Radisson's place leads directly back to the plantation her family escaped two-years ago, back in North Carolina, where they were slaves, Addy realizes that maybe coming to Mr. Radisson's place wasn't the best thing for her family. In fact, with a little more searching, Addy soon begins to come to the conclusion that, perhaps, Mr. Radisson's home is the worst place for Addy and her family.
While I have read many AMERICAN GIRL books, I have never once read anything about Addy. Which is why I was so excited to learn that an Addy mystery, SHADOWS ON SOCIETY HILL, was being published. From the very first page, I found Addy to be a brave, heroic character, whose ability to toss her cares away, and put her life on the line for someone else - be it her family, her friends, or a stranger - is admirable. However, it's her sleuthing skills, and her determination to find civil rights for the colored people of the world that truly make her an appealing character. Addy's tale is engrossing, and full of suspense at every turn that truly keeps the reader hooked. Oddly enough, I usually am able to figure out mysteries before the end of the book. However, with SHADOWS ON SOCIETY HILL, Evelyn Coleman has woven such a tightly-knit mystery, that it is impossible to even figure out exactly what is hiding around the next bend. Coleman's ability to keep the reader guessing until the very last page is amazing, while her conclusion is utterly unexpected, and completely original. Coleman brings Addy, and civil rights to life in this riveting tale of suspense and intrigue!
Erika Sorocco
Freelance Reviewer
Customer Reviews:
Wonderful Book.......2006-12-21
I purchased this book for my grandaughter and we have enjoyed reading it together. Since I am a civil war buff, I can commend this book for its historical accuracy and relevance. It has been great to share my favorite historical period with my grandaughter in a format that is easy for her to understand. The drawings and pictures are excellent. I agree with the previous reviewer. Yes, this book deals with slavery, because that was THE issue during the civil war. All of our children, regardless of race, need to be educated about the Civil War. And that would be impossible to accomplish by limiting or eliminating information on slavery and the major role it played before, during, and after America's Civil War.
Of Course It's about Slavery.......2006-07-22
This book is a great introduction to children about a difficult subject. It is well-written without being too heavy for a youngster. I am somewhat irritated at a previous review, stating that the book focuses too much on slavery and "not enough time spent on life during the Civil War." I hope others reading this book with their children realize that it is about a young black girl who is growing up in the institution of slavery. For her and actual slaves like her, this was "life during the Civil War."
Great Book!.......2000-07-03
This is really good! I felt like I was there!
Worst book in the series.......2000-05-04
There was too much time spent in the book on slavery and not enough time spent on life during the Civil War.
Customer Reviews:
Pretty to look at.......2007-01-16
Interesting book with great pictures. 8 and under will enjoy this.
Awesome Illustration.......2006-11-01
We love this book! Cynthia makes it really enjoyable. Sean and Megan make the book come alive. We are HUGE SEAN ADDY FANS! Check out his work on "Cars: Rushing! Honking! Zooming!", he is truly an amazing artist. Cannot wait for his next book and to someday meet him.
brief portraits of influential, memorable women.......2005-05-30
There's the familiar, expected, notable women--the flier Amelia Earhart, the black author Zora Neale Hurston, the artist Frida Kahlo, the philanthropist Eleanor Roosevelt. But there's also a number of accomplished lesser-known women and ones who have achieved recognition in recent years who are not yet seen as regulars in the circle of historically significant women. Thus, one finds the architect Maya Lin and the figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi. Outstanding women from diverse ethnic backgrounds and active in diverse fields, from labor unions to science to entertainment, are included in the twenty-six for each letter of the alphabet. Each woman is pictured in a collage-like illustration with objects representing what she is recognized for.
Customer Reviews:
Addy .......2007-08-16
This is a great American Girls' book. The author put a lot of emotion into this book and her writing makes you fall in love with the characters. You will learn more about the Civil War and what it was like to be a slave. I think every girl should read this book. (A great History supplement!)
The individual books are better.......2007-01-02
I got this (and Kirsten's Story Collection) thinking it would be nice to have the six books in one volume for my daughter. After I got it I realized that five of the six historical lessons had been omitted from the collection. Since the historical lessons are part of the value of the books I was disappointed. I'll be selling both collections and buying the hardcover books individually.
Loved it!.......2006-12-29
I grew up reading American Girl books and I was thrilled to find that all six books were combined into 1 big book and that each girl had her own book. Addy was always one of my favorite American Girls. She and her family were slaves but were able to gain their freedom over time. They had to deal with not only having to start a new life with almost nothing but also familial seperation, discrimination, etc. Great book and it's very easy to read.
What a Great Story.......2005-11-25
My daughter came home from school SO excited to tell me about the story her teacher was reading to the class. It was Addy's Story. She told me in detail about what was happening to Addy. She said, "Mom, I can't WAIT to hear what happens next to Addy!"
Her teacher said even to boys in her class love this story.She said she reads it every year to her class. My daughter and I read the rest of Addys's store in 1 weekend! How can you NOT love something that your 8 year old is so excited about!
A great story for any 6-12 year old girl..........2001-12-24
What I enjoyed most about the Addy series was that it talks about friendship and being a leader. It tells you about how a child would feel in slavery, but in a positive way. Addy and her family try to stay happy no matter how bad things get. I think Addy would inspire any girl to become a leader.
Book Description
The Civil War is over, and Addy Walker is growing up a free girl in Philidelphia. She's overjoyed that her family is together again after being separated for more than a year. Life in the city is much better than it was on the plantation, but Addy is discovering that freedom isn't always fair. Despite hardships, Addy's adventures teach her to always hold on to hope.
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