Books by Ann Warren Turner

3 books · Ages 4–14

Known for the Dear America series, Ann Warren Turner writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of joy & gratitude, nature & outdoors, sadness & grief.

Series

The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl
Dear America
1 book · Ages 10–14

Standalone Books

Cover of Street Talk
Street Talk
Ann Warren Turner
For the child who observes the world around them with wide-eyed wonder, this collection captures the vibrant sights and
Ages 6–10
Cover of Learning to Swim
Learning to Swim
Ann Warren Turner
This poignant verse memoir follows a young girl whose summer joy is broken by sexual abuse. It sensitively portrays her
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Street Talk
Learning to Swim
Ages 8–11
3 books
Street Talk
Learning to Swim
The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl
Ages 12–18
1 books
The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl

Common Themes

Joy & GratitudeNature & OutdoorsSadness & GriefFear & BraveryResilience & PerseveranceLove & FamilyJustice & FairnessFamily & Siblings

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