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Books by David A. Adler | Wonderlit

Books by David A. Adler

85 books · Ages 4–14

Known for the Cam Jansen and The Fourth Floor Twins series, David A. Adler writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 11 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, teamwork & collaboration, mystery.

Series

The Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds

The Mystery of the Dinosaur Bones

The Mystery of the Television Dog

25 books · Ages 6–10

The Fish Snitch Mystery

The Disappearing Parrot Trick

The Skyscraper Parade

The Fourth Floor Twins

4 books · Ages 7–10

A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson

Lou Gehrig: The Luckiest Man

A Picture Book of Sacagawea

Picture Book Biographies

18 books · Ages 5–10

Young Cam Jansen and the Missing Cookie

Young Cam Jansen and the Ice Skate Mystery

Young Cam Jansen and the Lost Tooth

Young Cam Jansen

14 books · Ages 5–8

Bones and the Big Yellow Mystery

Bones and the Clown Mix-Up Mystery

Bones and the Birthday Mystery

Bones Mysteries

5 books · Ages 5–9

The Squirting Donuts

The Dog Biscuit Breakfast

Danny's Doodles

2 books · Ages 6–10

Golda Meir: A Strong, Determined Leader

Women of Our Time

1 book · Ages 8–12

Don't Throw It to Mo!

Kick It, Mo!

Get a Hit, Mo!

5 books · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Happy Hanukkah Rebus

Happy Hanukkah Rebus

Sharon learns the ancient story of Hanukkah through a playful series of picture puzzles that invite everyone to solve th

Cover of Fraction Fun

Master the basics of parts and wholes with this simple, clear introduction to how fractions work in the world around us.

Cover of Don't Talk to Me about the War

Don't Talk to Me about the War

Thirteen-year-old Tommy balances stickball and Dodgers games with the heavy reality of his mother's illness and the loom

Cover of One Yellow Daffodil: A Hanukkah Story

One Yellow Daffodil: A Hanukkah Story

For the child curious about history and the power of connection. A florist and Holocaust survivor finds healing through

Cover of Heroes for Civil Rights

Heroes for Civil Rights

Meet the brave individuals, from Rosa Parks to the Little Rock Nine, who faced great risks to fight for justice and equa

Cover of B. Franklin, Printer

B. Franklin, Printer

For the student who wonders how a printer's apprentice became a world-renowned inventor and statesman through hard work

Cover of America's Champion Swimmer: Gertrude Ederle

America's Champion Swimmer: Gertrude Ederle

Gertrude Ederle refused to believe she was the weaker sex. After nearly drowning as a child, she trained until she conqu

Cover of Hiding from the Nazis

Hiding from the Nazis

Four-year-old Lore Baer finds safety and a new sense of belonging with a Christian farming family while hiding from the

Cover of The Number on My Grandfather's Arm

The Number on My Grandfather's Arm

For the child who asks difficult questions about history, this gentle story helps families bridge the gap between a pain

Cover of Colonel Theodore Roosevelt

Colonel Theodore Roosevelt

For the child who feels small or held back by health struggles, this inspiring biography shows how a sickly boy grew int

Cover of How Tall, How Short, How Far Away

How Tall, How Short, How Far Away

For the curious child who wonders how we started measuring the world around us. This guide explores the history of measu

By Age Range

The Mystery of the Dinosaur Bones

The Fish Snitch Mystery

The Disappearing Parrot Trick

The Mystery of the Dinosaur Bones

The Fish Snitch Mystery

The Disappearing Parrot Trick

Don't Talk to Me about the War

Golda Meir: A Strong, Determined Leader

B. Franklin, Printer

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Teamwork & Collaboration Mystery Puzzles & Games Self-Confidence & Identity Discovering a Talent Resilience & Perseverance School Life

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The Case of the Missing Cheetah

Monster Truck Myths

Monster Truck Myths

The Statue's Secret

Hubert Ben Kemoun

The Statue's Secret