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Books by Dennis Brindell Fradin | Wonderlit

Books by Dennis Brindell Fradin

10 books · Ages 7–14

Known for the Who HQ series, Dennis Brindell Fradin writes middle grade and young adult for ages 7–14, alongside 8 standalone books, exploring themes of history, writing & storytelling, justice & fairness.

Series

Who Was Ben Franklin?

Who Was Thomas Jefferson?

2 books · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books

Cover of Ida B. Wells Mother of the Civil Rights Movement

Ida B. Wells Mother of the Civil Rights Movement

Dennis Brindell Fradin, Judith Bloom Fradin

For the child who asks why the world isn't always fair, this biography shows how one woman used her pen and her voice to

Cover of Let It Begin Here! Lexington and Concord: First Battles of the American Revolution

Let It Begin Here! Lexington and Concord: First Battles of the American Revolution

Dennis Brindell Fradin

For the child curious about how the United States began. This 'you-are-there' account brings the tension and bravery of

Cover of Bound for the North Star: True Stories of Fugitive Slaves

Bound for the North Star: True Stories of Fugitive Slaves

By Age Range

Let It Begin Here! Lexington and Concord: First Battles of the American Revolution

Ida B. Wells Mother of the Civil Rights Movement

Who Was Ben Franklin?

Who Was Thomas Jefferson?

Ida B. Wells Mother of the Civil Rights Movement

Who Was Ben Franklin?

Who Was Thomas Jefferson?

Common Themes

History Writing & Storytelling Justice & Fairness Resilience & Perseverance Celebrating Heritage Fear & Bravery African American Heritage Freedom & Independence

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Master of Deceit: J. Edgar Hoover and America in the Age of Lies

Master of Deceit: J. Edgar Hoover and America in the Age of Lies

Roman Diary: The Journal of Iliona

Roman Diary: The Journal of Iliona

Dennis Brindell Fradin

For the student grappling with the realities of history, these true accounts of courage and escape offer a profound look

Ages 10–14

Cover of Zora!

Dennis Brindell Fradin, Judith Bloom Fradin

For the child who needs to see that their unique voice and heritage are powerful tools for overcoming obstacles and achi

Cover of Signers: The 56 Stories Behind the Declaration of Independence, The

Signers: The 56 Stories Behind the Declaration of Independence, The

Dennis Brindell Fradin

For the student curious about the real people behind American history, these short biographies reveal the personal risks

Cover of The Price of Freedom

The Price of Freedom

Judith Bloom Fradin, Dennis Brindell Fradin

For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness in history and the incredible grit required to reclaim one's own

Cover of Stolen Into Slavery

Stolen Into Slavery

Judith Bloom Fradin, Dennis Brindell Fradin

For the student exploring the complexities of American history through the lens of human dignity and the fight for justi

Cover of Power of One: Daisy Bates and the Little Rock Nine, The

Power of One: Daisy Bates and the Little Rock Nine, The

Dennis Brindell Fradin, Judith Bloom Fradin

For the young reader seeking to understand how one person can spark systemic change through bravery and mentorship durin