Books by Jim Murphy

12 books · Ages 4–13

Jim Murphy has 12 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 4–13.

Series

The Journal of Brian Doyle: A Greenhorn on an Alaskan Whaling Ship
My Story
1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books

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Across America on an Emigrant Train
Jim Murphy
Join Robert Louis Stevenson on his 1879 train journey across America, exploring the challenges and triumphs of building
Ages 4–11
Cover of Into the Deep Forest with Henry David Thoreau
Into the Deep Forest with Henry David Thoreau
Jim Murphy
Discover the wonders of the Maine wilderness through the eyes of Henry David Thoreau. This chapter book, based on his ac
Ages 4–11
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The Great Fire
Jim Murphy
For children fascinated by history or seeking stories of resilience in the face of disaster, this gripping account vivid
Ages 9–12
Cover of A Young Patriot: The American Revolution as Experienced by One Boy
A Young Patriot: The American Revolution as Experienced by One Boy
Jim Murphy
This compelling chapter book brings the American Revolution to life, recounting the daily misery, boredom, confusion, te
Ages 4–11
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The Long Road to Gettysburg
Jim Murphy
This award-winning non-fiction book brings the Battle of Gettysburg to life through the eyes of a 19-year-old Confederat
Ages 9–13
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An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793
Jim Murphy
In 1793, an invisible killer, yellow fever, swept through Philadelphia, forcing residents to flee and challenging medica
Ages 9–12
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Desperate Journey
Jim Murphy
Join a family on a desperate journey along the historic Erie Canal, where they face hardships and discover their strengt
Ages 7–11
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Truce
Jim Murphy
This powerful chapter book recounts the incredible Christmas Truce of 1914 on the Western Front, featuring firsthand acc
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Crossing How George Washington Saved the American Revolution
The Crossing How George Washington Saved the American Revolution
Jim Murphy
Jim Murphy vividly recounts George Washington's audacious plan to cross the icy Delaware River and launch a surprise att
Ages 4–11
Cover of Breakthrough! How Three People Saved "blue Babies" and Changed Medicine Forever
Breakthrough! How Three People Saved "blue Babies" and Changed Medicine Forever
Jim Murphy
This compelling nonfiction narrative reveals the groundbreaking 1944 surgery that saved 'blue babies' and paved the way
Ages 8–11
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Revenge of the Green Banana
Jim Murphy
Jimmy Murphy is determined to impress a girl and be a better student, but his strict sixth-grade teacher, Sister Angelic
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4-7
7 books
Across America on an Emigrant TrainInto the Deep Forest with Henry David ThoreauA Young Patriot: The American Revolution as Experienced by One Boy
Ages 8-11
12 books
Across America on an Emigrant TrainInto the Deep Forest with Henry David ThoreauThe Great Fire
Ages 12-18
4 books
The Great FireThe Long Road to GettysburgAn American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceCuriosity & WonderJustice & FairnessFear & BraveryEmpathy & KindnessSelf-Confidence & IdentityGrowing UpTeamwork & Collaboration

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