Books by Barbara Smucker

5 books · Ages 4–12

Barbara Smucker writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, justice & fairness, love & family.

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Amish Adventure
Amish Adventure
Barbara Smucker
Ian's life takes an unexpected turn after a car accident brings him into contact with the peaceful Amish people. He lear
Ages 4–11
Cover of Jacob's Little Giant
Jacob's Little Giant
Barbara Smucker
Jacob feels like the smallest and least important in his family and at school. But when he's tasked with caring for gian
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
Amish Adventure
Jacob's Little Giant
Ages 8–11
5 books
Amish Adventure
Underground to Canada
Days of Terror
Ages 12–18
2 books
Underground to Canada
Incredible Jumbo

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceJustice & FairnessLove & FamilyFear & BraveryFamily & SiblingsBeing DifferentEmpathy & KindnessFriendship & Loyalty

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Set Me Free
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Set Me Free
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