Books by Ann Bausum

3 books · Ages 4–18

Ann Bausum writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, justice & fairness, freedom & independence.

Standalone Books

Cover of With Courage and Cloth: Winning the Fight for a Woman's Right to Vote
With Courage and Cloth: Winning the Fight for a Woman's Right to Vote
Ann Bausum
For the child curious about how women gained the right to vote, this book powerfully illustrates the unwavering determin
Ages 9–12
Cover of Freedom Riders: John Lewis and Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the Civil Rights Movement
Freedom Riders: John Lewis and Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the Civil Rights Movement
Ann Bausum
This powerful chapter book from National Geographic Kids chronicles the courageous journeys of young activists like John
Ages 4–11
Cover of White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History
White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History
Ann Bausum
Uncover the hidden truths behind the Civil War and its aftermath. This book confronts twenty pervasive "Lost Cause" lies
Ages 12–18

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
1 books
Freedom Riders: John Lewis and Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the Civil Rights Movement
Ages 8–11
2 books
With Courage and Cloth: Winning the Fight for a Woman's Right to Vote
Freedom Riders: John Lewis and Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the Civil Rights Movement
Ages 12–18
2 books
With Courage and Cloth: Winning the Fight for a Woman's Right to Vote
White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceJustice & FairnessFreedom & IndependenceFear & BraveryTeamwork & CollaborationGood vs. EvilEmpathy & KindnessSelf-Confidence & Identity

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