Books by Jan Adkins

Known for the Childhood of Famous Americans series, Jan Adkins writes middle grade and young adult for ages 7–14, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance, vehicles & machines.

Series

Childhood of Famous Americans

1 book · Ages 7–12

Standalone Books

Bridges From My Side to Yours

Jan Adkins

For the curious builder who wonders how giant structures stand, this guide explores the engineering marvels that connect

Ages 9–14

What If You Met a Pirate

Jan Adkins

For the curious child who wants to look past the movies and discover the gritty, fascinating, and sometimes smelly truth

Ages 7–11

Moving Heavy Things

Jan Adkins

For the child who loves to tinker and build. This book uses clear illustrations and logic to show how human ingenuity ca

Ages 7–12

What If You Met a Pirate?

Jan Adkins

For the child who loves adventure stories but is ready to learn the real history behind the eye patches, peg legs, and d

Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18

4 books

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Many Voices Building Erie, The Canal That Changed America

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Inventors You Should Know About

Paul Erickson

Daily Life in a Covered Wagon

Patricia Brennan Demuth

Where Is the Great Wall?

True Kelley

Where Is Stonehenge?