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Books by Jean Fritz | Wonderlit

Books by Jean Fritz

25 books · Ages 4–14

Jean Fritz writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, history, self-confidence & identity.

Standalone Books

Cover of Make Way for Sam Houston

Make Way for Sam Houston

Follow the life of the bold soldier who led the fight for Texas' independence and served as a leader during the nation's

Cover of The Cabin Faced West

The Cabin Faced West

Ann Hamilton misses her friends in Gettysburg and finds the western frontier lonely, until a surprise visitor at her fam

Cover of The Double Life of Pocahontas

The Double Life of Pocahontas

Jean Fritz

Follow the true life of a girl caught between two cultures, as she struggles to bridge the gap between her Native roots

Ages 8–12

Cover of Will you sign here, John Hancock?

Will you sign here, John Hancock?

Get to know the man behind the famous signature in this biography of John Hancock and his ambitious contributions to Mas

Cover of Shh! We're Writing the Constitution

Shh! We're Writing the Constitution

Discover the fascinating story behind the United States Constitution, from the secret meetings to the spirited debates.

Cover of Early Thunder

In pre-revolutionary Salem, Daniel, a fourteen-year-old, finds his loyalty to the King challenged as his town becomes in

Cover of Bully for you, Teddy Roosevelt!

Bully for you, Teddy Roosevelt!

Explore the adventurous life of Theodore Roosevelt, from his early days to his impactful presidency, covering his conser

Cover of The Man Who Loved Books

The Man Who Loved Books

Journey to 6th-century Ireland and Scotland to meet Saint Columba, a man whose deep love for books fueled his spirited m

Cover of George Washington's Mother

George Washington's Mother

Meet Mary Washington, a mother unlike any you'd expect, who always knew what was best for her son, George. This true sto

Cover of Around the World in a Hundred Years

Around the World in a Hundred Years

Travel back to the fifteenth century when daring explorers crossed unknown seas and transformed mythical monsters into a

Cover of Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May?

Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May?

This engaging biography explores the life of Patrick Henry, starting from his birth in colonial Virginia. It highlights

Cover of Stonewall

Explore the fascinating biography of Stonewall Jackson, from his early life to his legendary military strategies during

Cover of Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold

Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold

Jean Fritz masterfully brings to life the complex character of Benedict Arnold, a brilliant but reckless Revolutionary W

Cover of George Washington's Breakfast

George Washington's Breakfast

George Washington Allen shares a name and birthday with the first President, inspiring him to uncover every detail about

Cover of Harriet Beecher Stowe and the Beecher Preachers

Harriet Beecher Stowe and the Beecher Preachers

Meet Harriet Beecher Stowe, the "little woman" whose powerful words in Uncle Tom's Cabin sparked a national debate and h

Cover of You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton?

You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton?

Discover the incredible life of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a trailblazer who challenged societal norms and tirelessly advoc

Cover of Homesick: My Own Story

Homesick: My Own Story

Growing up in 1920s China, young Jean Fritz navigates the ache of belonging to two places at once before her family is f

Cover of Why Not, Lafayette?

Why Not, Lafayette?

A spirited French nobleman crosses the ocean to fight for liberty, becoming a hero of democratic revolutions on two diff

Cover of Leonardo's Horse

Leonardo's Horse

For the child who needs to see that big dreams are worth the wait. Discover how a Renaissance masterpiece was finally co

Cover of Who's Saying What in Jamestown, Thomas Savage?

Who's Saying What in Jamestown, Thomas Savage?

Follow the remarkable life of Thomas Savage, a boy sent to live among the Algonquin Indians in early Jamestown. He learn

Cover of Alexander Hamilton: The Outsider

Alexander Hamilton: The Outsider

For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in, this biography shows how grit and brilliance can turn an outsider

Cover of Christopher Columbus's Great Adventure: The Story of the Discovery of America

Christopher Columbus's Great Adventure: The Story of the Discovery of America

For the child curious about history's big turning points: a witty, detailed look at the grit and mistakes behind a world

Cover of What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?

What's the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?

For the child who is always asking 'Why?' and loves to tinker with things, this playful look at Ben Franklin celebrates

Cover of Champion Dog: Prince Tom

Champion Dog: Prince Tom

For the child who feels like an underdog, this true story of a runt-of-the-litter cocker spaniel who becomes a world cha

Cover of The Lost Colony of Roanoke

The Lost Colony of Roanoke

One hundred settlers vanished from an island off the coast of North Carolina in 1587, leaving behind a haunting riddle t

By Age Range

Will you sign here, John Hancock?

Shh! We're Writing the Constitution

Bully for you, Teddy Roosevelt!

Make Way for Sam Houston

The Cabin Faced West

The Double Life of Pocahontas

Make Way for Sam Houston

The Cabin Faced West

The Double Life of Pocahontas

Common Themes

Resilience & Perseverance History Self-Confidence & Identity Curiosity & Wonder Growing Up Freedom & Independence Justice & Fairness Being Different

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