Quiz: Which American Girl Series Should You Read Next?

Maryellen Larkin is going to be all the rage this this fall, so be ready! Who is Maryellen? She’s the newest star in one of our favorite girl-power series, the BeForever line from American Girl. Before jumping into her 1950’s world, you can catch up on all things BeForever by reading some past American Girl adventures. Not sure where to start? Take this quiz to see which historical heroine best matches your personality.

Who is your spirit animal?
a) I’d be an actual animal—like a wild dog or a horse. Not a magpie though.
b) Maybe Lady Gaga. Or Clara Barton. Or both, like a traveling piano playing doctor?
c) Madeleine Albright! I would love to use my education to help people.
d) Meryl Streep. Have you seen her act? Enough said.
e) Christiane Amanpour or Anderson Cooper. Or Robin Hood.
What is your biggest ambition?
a) To best the most respected and trusted woman in town.
b) To be a doctor, with an awesome garden and a collection of piano music.
c) To have your whole family around you. What else is there besides family?
d) To star in a movie, or play, or TV show…just not reality TV.
e) To report on some amazing adventure in a newspaper. Long live print!

Favorite hiding place?
 a) Anywhere you can go by horse.
b) A quiet morning walk by a nearby stream.
c) The streets of Philadelphia where I can lose myself in some window-shopping.
d) My father’s store; if I can’t be on the stage I can at least make a sale or two.
e) A room of your own, with a typewriter and a book. Or a hipster coffee shop.
What is your favorite way to spend a quiet weekend?
a) Talking with your sister or taking in a National Park.
b) Gardening, like your mother. People and flowers both need time and kindness.
c) Teaching at a community center. Time is best spent helping others.
d) Crocheting, the only thing I like to do alone.
e) Reporting on the comings and goings of your family on your blog.

If offered an all expense paid vacation, where would you go?
a) The mountains! Or the lake! No, the river!
b) The bustling city of Santa Fe.
c) A staycation with friends and family.
d) Broadway, or Hollywood.
e) Anywhere that requires a long flight, like your hero Amelia Earhart.
Your least favorite chore is…?
a) Watching your bratty twin brothers.
b) Taking care of crabby old goats with their evil yellow eyes.
c) Working with mean people. Any job can be positive if you get to work with the right people.
d) Anything that isn’t behind the scenes; the spotlight is your best friend!
e) Housework. Blah, there are just too many adventures out there.
What song best describes you?
a) Mother Nature’s Son, by The Beatles
b) Cheek to Cheek, by Tony Bennet and Lady Gaga
c) We are Family, by Sister Sledge
d) Anything from A Star is Born with Judy Garland!
e) Don’t Stop Believing, by Journey

What would you wear on the cover of a fashion magazine?
a) Something with lots and lots of beads. Preferably all handmade, of course.
b) Only the finest woven fabrics for me, thank you very much.
c) A beautiful blue formal dress, with dramatic lace if you have it.
d) The most over-the-top costume possible; my cover has to stand out.
e) A smart new suit with a snappy fedora.
Results
Well that was pleasant, wasn’t it? Add up those answers to find out which American Girl series you should start reading right now. You can also get ready for all things Maryellen by checking out her new set of books.

Mostly A’s: Kaya
An adventurous Nez Perce girl of 1764 with a deep respect for nature and a dream of being a leader.

Mostly B’s: Josefina
A quiet New Mexico girl who uses her heart to heal others in 1824.

Mostly C’s: Addy
A courageous girl who escapes slavery and keeps her family strong in 1864.

Mostly D’s: Rebecca
A lively girl who wants to shine bright for others in 1914 New York City.

Mostly E’s: Kit
A clever girl with a can-do attitude who creates better tomorrows in 1934.
What American Girl best fits your personality?