3x American Girls Short Stories in the ‘Josefina’ series Valerie Tripp

3 mini hardback books in the ‘Josefina’ series set in New Mexico in 1824.

Published by Pleasant Company (USA) 11.5cm x 15.5cm.

1. A Reward for Josefina (c1999) When the entire family goes into the hills to collect pinon nuts, Josefina hopes to find the most in order to make Tia Dolores proud of her. Includes a Looking Back section (Rancho Life), recipe for making a Pastel (a New Mexican pastry), glossary of Spanish words.
2. Again, Josefina! (c2000) Josefina wants to give up learning to play the piano until she sees how much joy her music gives to her baby nephew. Includes a Looking Back section (Rancho Life), learn to dance La Vaquerita, glossary of Spanish words.
3. Just Josefina (c2002) Josefina is happy when her grandparents and aunt come to visit, but she thinks she must choose between meeting her grandmother's expectations and being true to herself. Includes a Looking Back section (Women's rights), recipe for making Apple Empanaditas, glossary of Spanish words.