Books by John Dennis Fitzgerald

4 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the The Great Brain series, John Dennis Fitzgerald writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, honesty & integrity, friendship & loyalty.

Series

The Great Brain
The Return of the Great Brain
The Great Brain is Back
The Great Brain
3 books · Ages 4–12

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Me and My Little Brain
Me and My Little Brain
John Dennis Fitzgerald
For kids fascinated by sibling dynamics and clever schemes, this book follows J.D. as he navigates his older brother Tom
Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
2 books
The Return of the Great Brain
The Great Brain
Ages 8–11
4 books
Me and My Little Brain
The Return of the Great Brain
The Great Brain is Back
Ages 12–18
2 books
Me and My Little Brain
The Great Brain is Back

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityHonesty & IntegrityFriendship & LoyaltyFamily & SiblingsFriendship & SocialSibling RivalryMaking FriendsJustice & Fairness

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