When her father's business closes because of the Great Depression forcing Kit to make changes in her life, the nine-year-old responds with resourcefulness.
When an English girl comes to stay at Molly's during World War II, she and Molly learn to bridge their differences and ultimately enjoy a wonderful, mutual birthday party.
Ten-year-old Molly and her friend Susan have different ideas about how to present their school report on George Washington. Includes historical notes on George Washington and a recipe for cherry-nut cupcakes.
Molly feels that everything in her life has changed when her father goes off to England to help wounded soldiers and her beloved aunt joins the Women's Airforce Service Pilots. Includes a section on women pilots in the armed services, and a project related to the story.
Molly gets her friends together for the school's Lend-a-Hand contest during Christmas season, as Americans on the home front pitch in to help win World War Two.
When Emily from England stays with Molly and her family, Molly learns about what people go through during a real bombing. Just when she thinks the war will never end, Molly gets the news that her father is coming home.