Books by Ilene Cooper

Known for the The Kids from Kennedy Middle School and The Friendship Ring series, Ilene Cooper writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, school life.

Series

The Kids from Kennedy Middle School

4 books · Ages 4–12

The Friendship Ring

2 books · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Jack: The Early Years of John F. Kennedy

Ilene Cooper

Explore the formative years of John F. Kennedy, tracing his journey from a spirited child in a powerful family to a cour

Ages 7–11

Faith and Fury: The Temple Mount and the Noble Sanctuary: The Story of Jerusalem's Most Sacred Space

Ilene Cooper

This illustrated history delves into the turbulent past and present of the Temple Mount, known as the Noble Sanctuary to

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

11 books

Ages 12–18

6 books

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New Kids in Town Oral Histories of Immigrant Teens

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Poppy

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Blind

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