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Books by Larry Dane Brimner | Wonderlit

Books by Larry Dane Brimner

11 books · Ages 4–18

Known for the Rookie Español series, Larry Dane Brimner writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 10 standalone books, exploring themes of history, justice & fairness, resilience & perseverance.

Series

¡Gatitos!

Rookie Español

1 book · Ages 4–7

Standalone Books

Cover of Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregation and the Case of Roberto Alvarez

Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregation and the Case of Roberto Alvarez

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child questioning why things aren't fair, this true story shows how one boy and his community stood up against s

Cover of Strike!

Larry Dane Brimner

For the teen starting to notice unfairness in the world and wondering how people actually change things through collecti

Cover of Accused!

Larry Dane Brimner

For the teen processing the reality of systemic unfairness, this account of the Scottsboro Boys reveals the high stakes

By Age Range

Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregation and the Case of Roberto Alvarez

¡Gatitos!

Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregation and the Case of Roberto Alvarez

Accused!

Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality

Strike!

Accused!

Common Themes

History Justice & Fairness Resilience & Perseverance Standing Up for Others Hope & Optimism Celebrating Heritage Fear & Bravery African American Heritage

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Constance and the Dangerous Crossing

The Librarian of Auschwitz

The Librarian of Auschwitz

Bessie Smith and the Night Riders

Sue Stauffacher

Bessie Smith and the Night Riders

Galileo: The Genius Who Faced the Inquisition

Galileo: The Genius Who Faced the Inquisition

Phillis Wheatley

Susan R. Gregson

Phillis Wheatley

Cover of Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality

Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality

Larry Dane Brimner

For the young reader seeking to understand how one family's quiet courage and love can change the laws of a nation to en

Ages 10–14

Cover of Blacklisted!

Larry Dane Brimner

For the teen asking why standing up for your beliefs matters even when it is hard. This history of the Hollywood Ten exp

Cover of We Are One: The Story of Bayard Rustin

We Are One: The Story of Bayard Rustin

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child who wants to understand how a single person's peaceful convictions and organized effort can lead to histor

Cover of Birmingham Sunday

Birmingham Sunday

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child grappling with questions of systemic unfairness and the history of civil rights, this book offers a deep l

Cover of Black & White: The Confrontation between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and Eugene "Bull" Connor

Black & White: The Confrontation between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and Eugene "Bull" Connor

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child questioning why rules are sometimes unfair, this powerful history explores the brave fight for equality th

Cover of Black and White: The Confrontation Between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and EugeneBull Connor

Black and White: The Confrontation Between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and EugeneBull Connor

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child questioning why things aren't always fair, this account explores the struggle for justice through the lens

Cover of The Rain Wizard

The Rain Wizard

Larry Dane Brimner

For the curious reader who wonders where science ends and coincidence begins, this historical mystery explores a real-li

Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality