Books by Emma Bland Smith

Emma Bland Smith writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–10, exploring themes of history, resilience & perseverance, curiosity & wonder.

Standalone Books

Pig War, The: How a Porcine Tragedy Taught England and America to Share

Emma Bland Smith

For the child who needs to see how big disagreements can be solved with cool heads, this quirky true story shows how a p

Ages 6–10

Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards: The Making of Make Way For Ducklings

Emma Bland Smith

For the child who gets frustrated when their first draft isn't perfect, this story shows how a great artist used real du

Ages 4–8

Gardener of Alcatraz, The: A True Story

Emma Bland Smith

For children processing mistakes or feeling confined, this gentle biography shows how tending to beauty can bring hope a

Ages 4–8

Fabulous Fannie Farmer, The: Kitchen Scientist and America's Cook

Emma Bland Smith

For the child who loves to measure and mix, this inspiring biography shows how one woman's passion for precision transfo

Ages 4–8

How Science Saved the Eiffel Tower

Emma Bland Smith

For the child who loves to tinker and build: discover how one man used clever scientific experiments to save an iconic l

Ages 6–9

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

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