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Diving Deeper - Episode 10: To Catch a Thief Discussion Questions Oct 11, 2022

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In the final episode, Molly and Emily finally catch the thief behind the sugar shortages. Any guesses as to who the culprit was?

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Reader Questions

When Molly and Emily are at their evening stakeout, they see a truck going to Greystone Manor. What is their clue that the truck’s driver doesn’t want to be seen?
Molly is surprised to discover that Mr. Laurence is the thief. Were you surprised, too? Why or why not?
What did you think about the kids’ interactions with the police offers? In that situation, would you have made the same choice to speak up?
When Molly learns that Emily will soon be moving out of her house and going to live with her aunt, why does Molly feel hurt at first? What does she learn about Emily that changes her feelings?
Do you think it would be exciting to solve a mystery, as Emily and her friends did?

Diving Deeper - Episode 9: Molly’s Plan Discussion Questions Oct 04, 2022

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In this episode, Molly and Emily, with the help of their friends, make a plan to catch the thief in action at Greystone Manor.

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Reader Questions

Ricky says “Whoever heard of a girl detective?” How do Molly and her friends answer him?
Once Ricky decides to get involved in the search for the sugar thief, why does Molly feel annoyed?
What is their big sister Jill’s perspective on the situation? What steps does she take?
Emily is from England and has a different name for tic-tac-toe. What does Emily call it? Do you know any other words that British people say differently from Americans?
When Molly and Emily see the truck turning in to Greystone Manor, what do you think they are going to do? If you were in their situation, what would you do?

Diving Deeper - Episode 8: A Prime Suspect Discussion Questions Sep 28, 2022

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In this episode, Molly gets into a bit of trouble as she continues to investigate… but her hard work pays off as a new prime suspect is revealed…

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Reader Questions

What clue makes Molly feel certain it was Mr. Pritchard who locked her in the kitchen pantry?
Why does Molly think Mr. Pritchard is the “prime suspect” to have stolen the sugar?
Who do you think is the thief? Why?
Molly has many reasons for wanting to catch the sugar thief. Some are related to the war. What are they?
Some of Molly’s reasons for wanting to catch the thief have nothing to do with the war. What reasons are those?

Diving Deeper - Episode 7: Suspicious Discussion Questions Sep 20, 2022

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In this episode, Molly and Emily begin to consider a few suspects that leave them suspicious, as they inch closer and closer to finding the thief.

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Reader Questions

What does Molly think of Mr. Pritchard, the director of the hospital? How does Molly’s mother defend him? What do you think about Mr. Pritchard?
What do Molly and Emily learn about Marta from Aunt Prim? Does this new information change their view of Marta?
Why does Emily warn Molly not to go down to the kitchen? If you were Molly, would you go down to the kitchen by yourself to investigate?
Molly now suspects several people of maybe being the sugar thief. Who are they, and why does she suspect them?
Do you share Molly’s suspicions? Is there anyone else you think might be the culprit?

Diving Deeper - Episode 6: A Serious Sugar Shortage Discussion Questions Sep 13, 2022

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In this episode, Molly thinks she discovered who the sugar thief is… but does she actually have the right suspect?

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Reader Questions

When Molly overhears Mr. Laurence scolding Marta, what does she think?
After she meets Mr. Laurence in the hallway and he explains his suspicions, how do Molly's thoughts change?
How does the missing sugar affect Molly and her family? What do they want to do with the sugar, and why is it important?
What do Molly, Linda, and Susan discover at Greystone Manor, and why does it make them suspicious?
Do you share their suspicions? Or do you think there's a logical explanation for their discovery?

Diving Deeper - Episode 5: The Black Truck Sep 06, 2022

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In this episode, Molly and Emily make the journey to Greystone Manor only to find cobwebs, dark shadows, and a VERY unexpected visitor…

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Reader Questions

Why does Molly think Greystone Manor is creepy?
Ricky and David think the truck might have been repairmen coming to fix something. Do you agree with them? Explain why.
On her second visit to Oak Knoll Hospital, Molly discovers that she and Phillip have something in common. What is it?
Despite her fears, Molly tells Emily she’s going back to Greystone Manor. What are are her reasons for going back?
If you were Molly, would you go back to Greystone Manor? Why or why not?

Diving Deeper - Episode 4: Someone's Coming! Discussion Questions Aug 30, 2022

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In this episode, Molly and Emily make the journey to Greystone Manor only to find cobwebs, dark shadows, and a VERY unexpected visitor…

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Reader Questions

Why is Molly concerned about the missing sugar? Do you think Molly is right to be worried, or over-reacting? What do you think might have happened to the sugar?
Why does Molly dread going to Greystone Manor to fetch Mrs. Currier's reading glasses?
How would you feel about doing an errand like this? Would you feel anxious, or curious, excited, or some other feeling?
At Greystone Manor, what clues do Molly and Emily find that suggest the house has been empty for quite a while?
Why are the girls alarmed when they see a truck drive up to the Manor?

Diving Deeper - Episode 3: A Reluctant Promise Discussion Questions Aug 23, 2022

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In this episode, Molly meets Mrs. Currier, the owner of Greystone Manor. One thing leads to another, and Molly reluctantly agrees to visit Greystone Manor to fetch an item for her… but will Molly and Emily actually muster up the courage to go?

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Reader Questions

Why does the chef scold Marta in the hospital kitchen? What is the chef’s concern?
When Molly meets one of her patients, Mrs. Currier, what surprising discoveries does Molly make?
How would you describe Mrs. Currier?
Molly agrees to fetch Mrs. Currier’s reading glasses at Graystone Manor—but she’s not thrilled about doing it. Why do you think Molly agrees to do it?
If you were Molly, would you make the same decision? Why or why not?

Introducing American Girl: The Smart Girl's Podcast Aug 16, 2022

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The Smart Girl's Podcast, hosted by 16-year-old actress, Shay Rudolph and cultural expert, Jess Weiner will bring to life the legacy of the American Girl's Smart Girl's Guides covering tough growing up topics from mental health to body image, friendships, crushes and more!

You can also watch full episodes of the show on The American Girl Podcast Network channel on YouTube and YouTube kids.

See you soon!

Diving Deeper - Episode 2: Where's the Sugar? Discussion Questions Aug 16, 2022

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In this episode, Molly and Emily start their job as magazine girls! But when they start delivering magazines to Oak Knoll Hospital, the girls are met with a chilly reception. And what’s worse, they discover that MORE items mysteriously go missing… who is behind it?

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Reader Questions

• Why does the Red Cross need lots of oatmeal and sugar? Why are these items important to Molly’s mother?

• During World War II, certain goods, like sugar and gasoline, were scarce—so they were rationed, with limited amounts available to each household. Have you ever experienced a shortage of goods? Can you think of common items that have become scarce in the recent past?

• As Molly and Emily bike to the hospital, Molly sees a poster with the Home Front Pledge, which says: “I pay legal prices and accept no rationed goods without giving up ration stamps.” What does this pledge mean, and why is it important?

• What is a Black Market? Why are Molly and Emily talking about it?

• Molly and Emily volunteer after school at a convalescent hospital. What is their volunteer job? Why are the patients pleased to see them?

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