Jean Fritz Books In Order

The Cabin Faced West

For Ann Hamilton, life out west was anything but adventurous. In fact, she had never been lonelier. She longed for the ease and comfort of the days with friends back in Gettysburg until a stranger rode into Hamilton Hill and changed her life forever.

Brady

‘In 1836, after Brady discovered a station of the Underground Railroad and knew that his father did not trust him with the secret, he wished he had never heard of slavery. But in a time of great need he was able to prove he was becoming a man.’ Horn Book 19 black and white halftone illustrations.

Early Thunder

‘Events rapidly transpiring in Salem, Massachusetts in 1774 1775 force 14 year old Daniel West to re examine his loyalties, and finally, to change from Tory to Whig.’ School Library Journal 15 black and white halftone illustrations.

Stonewall

‘Lives of Thomas Jackson are plentiful…
but none, for all its brevity, surpas*ses Jean Fritz’s…
She places him firmly within the context of an extraordinary knotted period of American history…
. Stonewall gives us both the strangeness and the greatness.’ The New York Times Book Review.

Homesick

The accolades speak for themselves:’Fritz draws the readers into scenes from her youth in the turbulent China of the mid twenties. One comes to appreciate the generous affection of her nurse/companion Lin Nai Nai, the isolating distance in her mother’s grief over losing a second child, the dynamics of a suffering population venting its hostility on foreigners, and most of all, the loneliness of a child’s exile from a homeland she has imagined constantly but never seen…
.A remarkable blend of truth and storytelling.’ Booklist, starred review’An insightful memory’s eye view of her childhood…
Young Jean is a strong character, and many of her reactions to people and events are timeless and universal.’ School Library Journal, starred review’Told with an abundance of humor sometimes wry, sometimes mischievous and irreverent the story is vibrant with atmosphere, personalities, and a palpable sense of place.’ The Horn Book’Every now and then a book comes along that makes me want to send a valentine to its author. Homesick is such a book…
. Pungent and delicious.’ Katherine Paterson, The Washington Post

The Double Life of Pocahontas

In a story that is as gripping as it is historical, Jean Fritz reveals the true life of Pocahontas. Though at first permitted to move freely between the Indian and the white worlds, Pocahontas was eventually torn between her new life and the culture that shaped her.

Leonardo’s Horse

‘A scintillating sliver of history…
. An inventive introduction to the Renaissance and one of its masters.’ Publishers Weekly, starred review

‘An unusual and surprisingly touching story…
. An offbeat and intriguing read.’ The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, starred review

‘At times sad, silly, and telling, this is a wholly entertaining book.’ School Library Journal, starred review

‘Filled with engaging details of Leonardo and his world…
. Illustrations which range from utterly recognizable scenes of Florence to the ghostly horses at Leonardo’s deathbed…
. An unusual biography for young people, and one well worth poring over…
. A unique way of picturing a unique world…
. An extraordinary tribute.’ Kirkus Reviews, starred review

The World in 1492

Six prominent authors tell the story of what was happening all over the world during the time of Columbus. To the majority of the earth’s inhabitants of 500 years ago, Renaissance Europe was not the center of the world everywhere were societies on the rise or in decline, and now this book reveals their accomplishments. Photographs and illustrations.

The Great Little Madison

In the days before microphones and TV interviews, getting people to listen to you was not an easy task. But James Madison used his quiet eloquence, intelligence and passion for unified colonies to help shape the Constitution, steer America through the turmoil of two wars, and ensure that our government, and nation, remained intact. u?An excellent, fascinating, indispensable resource.? Kirkus Reviews, pointer review ?The book is rich in the sort of detail that illuminates the man, but is not limited to personal information; a great deal of government history is woven into the biography.? Horn Book, starred review ?Fritz has given a vivid picture of the man and an equally vivid picture of the problems that faced the leaders of the new nation in the formative years.? The Bulletin of the Center for Children?s Books, starred review ?Young readers will feel like they know the ?Great Little Madison? very well.? School Library Journal

George Washington’s Breakfast

George Washington Allen, a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know, is determined to learn all there is to know about his namesake including what the first president ate for breakfast. Full color .

Where Do You Think You’re Going, Christopher Columbus?

Christopher Columbus thought he knew exactly where he was going. Little did he know that this biggest mistake would turn out to be one of history’s greatest discoveries!

Make Way for Sam Houston

Colorful Sam Houston leaps to life in the pages of this fresh and funny biography, set against the story of Texas’s fight for independence from Mexico. Lively, readable, and solidly researched, this is the kind of biography every child needs. Booklist, starred review Jean Fritz has done it again. Her writing turns this larger than life character into a very real person. School Library Journal, starred review Young readers will find the book fast paced and fact packed. The New York Times Book Review Jean Fritz lives in Dobbs Ferry, New York.

Bully for You, Teddy Roosevelt!

Award winning biographer, Jean Fritz, tells the enthralling story of Teddy Roosevelt conservationist, hunter, family man, and politician who commanded the respect and admiration of many who were in awe of his energy, drive, and achievements. ‘…
Has a sophistication and detail unusual in historical books written for younger people.’ John Allen Gable, Ph.D., Executive Director, Theodore Roosevelt Association. Black and white illustrations.

George Washington’s Mother

‘This lively biography…
intorduces young readers to the mother of the Father of Our Country and, obluquely, shows Goerge Washington in a more human light…
. An entertaining view of a lesser known figure in American history.’ Booklist.

Just a Few Words, Mr. Lincoln

An easy to read story about Lincoln and the famous words he spoke at Gettysburg that will make young readers feel like they are actually at Gettysburg witnessing the speech that still lives in the hearts of all Americans. All Aboard Reading, Level 3 Grades 2 3. Full color.

Harriet Beecher Stowe and the Beecher Preachers

Harriet Beecher Stowe grew up in a family in which her seven brothers were expected to be successful preachers and the four girls were never to speak in public. But slavery made Harriet so angry she couldn’t keep quiet. Although she used a pen rather than her voice to convince people of the evils of slavery, she became more famous than any of her brothers. She firmly believed that words could make change, and by writing Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Harriet Beecher Stowe hastened the Civil War and changed the course of America history. ‘Readable and engrossing.’ The Horn Bookn’Fritz writes with verve and wit…
. Many kids will be stimulated to go on from here to find out more.’ Booklist boxed review

You Want Women to Vote, Lizzie Stanton?

Who says women shouldn’t speak in public? And why can’t they vote? These are questions Elizabeth Cady Stanton grew up asking herself. Her father believed that girls didn’t count as much as boys, and her own husband once got so embarrassed when she spoke at a convention that he left town. Luckily Lizzie wasn’t one to let society stop her from fighting for equality for everyone. And though she didn’t live long enough to see women get to vote, our entire country benefited from her fight for women’s rights. ‘Fritzimparts not just a sense of Stanton’s accomplishments but a picture of the greater society Stanton strove to change. Highly entertaining and enlightening.’ Publishers Weekly starred review ‘This objective depiction of Stanton’s life and timesmakes readers feel invested in her struggle.’ School Library Journal starred review ‘An accessible, fascinating portrait.’ The Horn Book

Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold

A young Frenchman of nineteen traveling across the sea to help a struggling nation fight for its independence? Why not? To Lafayette, anything was possible. A man who threw off the boundaries imposed on him to stand up for what he believed, the Marquis de Lafayette grew from an idealistic young man searching for honor and glory, into an idealistic statesman with rock solid principles of liberty. Here, Jean Fritz brings to life the exciting story of the brave and appealing man known as ‘The Hero of the New World.’

Why Don’t You Get a Horse, Sam Adams?

In the early days of America when men wore ruffles, rode horseback, and obeyed the King, there lived a man in Boston who cared for none of these things. No one expected Samuel Adams to wear ruffles or pledge allegiance to the King of England, but his friends did think that he might get on a horse. But would he? Never! he said. An ALA Notable Children’s Book. Full color.

Where Was Patrick Henry On the 29th of May?

Patrick Henry wasn’t particularly well spoken. As a lawyer, he mumbled through some of his early cases. But when the issue was freedom, Patrick Henry was transformed into a natural orator. Jean Fritz makes history come alive as she chronicles the life of a man who moved a nation.

Who’s That Stepping On Plymouth Rock?

For years, Plymouth Rock lived a quiet life. Then in 1741, the people decided to make a fuss because the Pilgrims must have stepped on it when they arrived in America. And that’s when the adventures began. This entertaining book tells about Plymouth Rock s humble origins before it rose to a place of historic prominence.

Shh! We’re Writing the Constitution

This factual gem that’s written with Jean Fritz’s humorous touch chronicles the hot summer of 1787 where fifty five delegates from thirteen states huddled together in the strictest secrecy in Philadelphia to draw up the constitution of the United States!

Surprising Myself

Fritz, a well known author of books for young people, describes her daily life and the way she writes.

The Lost Colony Of Roanoke

Describes the English colony of Roanoke, which was founded in 1585, and discusses the mystery of its disappearance.

Who’s Saying What in Jamestown, Thomas Savage?

Thomas Savage was just thirteen when he sailed to the New World and was sent to live with Powhatan to learn the Algonquian language and be an interpreter between the Indians and the colonists. Pocahantas was a friendly teacher, and soon he was relaying messages. But as the tensions grew between the groups, Thomas’s job became difficult no matter how hard he tried not to take sides. Throughout the violent history of Jamestown, Thomas s position provided a unique view of early America, now illuminated through the incomparable lens of Jean Fritz.

Jamestown is celebrating its 400th anniversary throughout 2007, and this child centered account of history will draw young readers right into the drama.

Alexander Hamilton

Award winning biographer Jean Fritz brings one of America’s favorite Founding Fathers to life! Most people know that Alexander Hamilton was killed in a duel with Aaron Burr, and that his face is on the ten dollar bill. But he was much more than that, and here acclaimed biographer Jean Fritz explores all facets of his life. Born in the West Indies, Hamilton arrived in New York as an outsider. He fought in the Revolution and became Washington’s most valuable aide de camp. He was there for the writing of the Constitution and became the first Secretary of the Treasury. Fritz’s talent for bringing historical figures to life shines as she shares her fascination with this man of action who was honorable, ambitious, and fiercely loyal to his adopted country.