23 episodes

​​Inspired by the best-selling historical books by American Girl, Season 1 of 10 Minute Mysteries is based on fan- favorite story: ‘A Light in the Cellar: A Molly Mystery’ and is voiced by actress and podcast host Maggie Lawson. 
Each episode is about 10 minutes- perfect for bedtime, car rides, and quiet time.

American Girl 10 Minute Mysteries American Girl Network

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 327 Ratings

​​Inspired by the best-selling historical books by American Girl, Season 1 of 10 Minute Mysteries is based on fan- favorite story: ‘A Light in the Cellar: A Molly Mystery’ and is voiced by actress and podcast host Maggie Lawson. 
Each episode is about 10 minutes- perfect for bedtime, car rides, and quiet time.

    Diving Deeper - Episode 10: To Catch a Thief Discussion Questions

    Diving Deeper - Episode 10: To Catch a Thief Discussion Questions

    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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    Stay tuned for our next 10 Minute mystery, coming soon!

    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? 

    • 12 min
    Diving Deeper - Episode 9: Molly’s Plan Discussion Questions

    Diving Deeper - Episode 9: Molly’s Plan Discussion Questions

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

    Watch + listen to 10 Minute Mysteries with your family on Youtube.

    Visit Americangirl.com and follow @americangirlbrand on Instagram for more updates on your favorite dolls, books, and American Girl Podcast Network podcasts!

    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? 

    • 10 min
    Diving Deeper - Episode 8: A Prime Suspect Discussion Questions

    Diving Deeper - Episode 8: A Prime Suspect Discussion Questions

    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…

    Watch + listen to 10 Minute Mysteries with your family on Youtube.

    Visit Americangirl.com and follow @americangirlbrand on Instagram for more updates on your favorite dolls, books, and American Girl Podcast Network podcasts!

    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?

    • 11 min
    Diving Deeper - Episode 7: Suspicious Discussion Questions

    Diving Deeper - Episode 7: Suspicious Discussion Questions

    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. 

    Watch + listen to 10 Minute Mysteries with your family on Youtube.

    Visit Americangirl.com and follow @americangirlbrand on Instagram for more updates on your favorite dolls, books, and American Girl Podcast Network podcasts!

    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?

    • 11 min
    Diving Deeper - Episode 6: A Serious Sugar Shortage Discussion Questions

    Diving Deeper - Episode 6: A Serious Sugar Shortage Discussion Questions

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

    Watch + listen to 10 Minute Mysteries with your family on Youtube.

    Visit Americangirl.com and follow @americangirlbrand on Instagram for more updates on your favorite dolls, books, and American Girl Podcast Network podcasts!

    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?

    • 11 min
    Diving Deeper - Episode 5: The Black Truck

    Diving Deeper - Episode 5: The Black Truck

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

    Watch + listen to 10 Minute Mysteries with your family on Youtube.

    Visit Americangirl.com and follow @americangirlbrand on Instagram for more updates on your favorite dolls, books, and American Girl Podcast Network podcasts!

    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?

    • 10 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
327 Ratings

327 Ratings

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Love it!

My daughters love American Girl Dolls, and we love listening to this podcast together! The mystery episodes are our favorite!

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The AMAZING 10 minute mysteries

The 10 minute mysteries always stop at such a good part! It keeps it mysterious and interesting! I love to listen! The review questions after each episode are also pretty helpful! Even though I don’t really like the stop and talk questions they give in school, I’m really interested in answering the questions this podcast asks! I hope you all enjoy this as much as I does!

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