Books by Jeannine Atkins

4 books · Ages 4–18

Jeannine Atkins writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, being different.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Hidden Powers: Lise Meitner's Call to Science
Hidden Powers: Lise Meitner's Call to Science
Jeannine Atkins
This biography in verse tells the powerful story of Lise Meitner, a determined Jewish woman who overcame immense discrim
Ages 4–11
Cover of Green Promises Girls Who Loved the Earth
Green Promises Girls Who Loved the Earth
Jeannine Atkins
For the budding environmentalist or curious reader who seeks inspiration, this book celebrates girls and women who cared
Ages 9–14

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
1 books
Hidden Powers: Lise Meitner's Call to Science
Ages 8–11
2 books
Hidden Powers: Lise Meitner's Call to Science
Green Promises Girls Who Loved the Earth
Ages 12–18
3 books
Stone Mirrors The Sculpture and Silence of Edmonia Lewis
Green Promises Girls Who Loved the Earth
Knocking on Windows

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceBeing DifferentJustice & FairnessHistoryGrowing UpEmpathy & KindnessCreativity & Imagination

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