good tale and even though there is talk of death and war molly and emily's story is a good one.
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Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8. -
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American Girl learns about sacrifice during WWII.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front
Parents need to know that family members and friends enlist to fight in World War II in this movie, and not all of them come back home. One character has been evacuated from London during the Blitz, and her mother was killed in the bombing. Molly's family is extremely close, and they provide support to one another during a family member's absence. They also help neighbors and friends during this difficult time.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the types of sacrifices that Molly's family made in support of the war effort: her father, her mother, and Molly herself. They recognized when something needed to be done and didn't wait for others to do it. Are there ways that you can help others around you right now, perhaps focusing on families who have soldiers fighting in the Middle East? What did you learn about life during WWII? How realistic do you think this depiction of the WWII era is?
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- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
very good,A.G fans will love it!
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive consumerism
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
Good method for bringing U.S. History to life.
The American Girl Historical Fiction books and movies make excellent family movie & reading night choices allowing for good conversation opportunities to discuss changing and often challenging times in U.S. History.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This is a good movie for kids ages 9 and up.
I would say pretty much 8 and up but because of the violence and saddness it is 9 and up. I gave this movie 4 stars because the way Molly is in the movie is not the way she is in the books. In the books Molly is a very cheerful girl and in the movie she is kind of boring......................................................................but this movie is a pretty nice film . I would say buy the dvd because you will learn about the movie dolls and they are very cute i am a big huge fan of american girl I have a Just Like YOu doll named Amanda. :))
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Fun but informative!
I am homeschooled and we often watch movies about certain eras to make history more fun. This movie is very informative about World War II, but it is also interesting and fun. It doesn't feel like a documentary at all! FIVE STARS!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This movie is soooooooo sweet and cute. Teaches lessons about friendship and commentment
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I could not wait to see what was next!
molly
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Old fashioned quality tv
I sat and watched this with my daughters ages 10 & 11. I found it a little boring, but they both enjoyed it and I know they learned a little history. I think the best age group would be 7-12, however, I would let a 5 year old watch it with me. There is no violence, but it does deal with death and of course war. It would be a good way to introduce the subject of war to a child.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Best AG Books and Movie!
I remember reading these books when I was in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades. When they started making the AG movies, I couldn't wait until this movie came out. I'm so happy they fianlly made it! They adapted the books very well. Some of the stuff wasn't correct, but they did a good job. The main actress, Maya Ritter, was a very good Molly. Tory Green was an excellent Emily. I don't think she's British in real life, so she did an excellent job with the accent. This movie was great! Get the DVD as soon as you can!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Too Great!
It was a cute movie and so was the book (books) I loved reading the book (books)and watching the movie. It was great for all ages young and old!
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