Books by Maura D. Shaw

4 books · Ages 5–12

Known for the Spiritual Biographies for Young People series, Maura D. Shaw writes picture books and middle grade for ages 5–12, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, history, being different.

Series

Thich Nhat Hanh: Buddhism in Action
Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit
Gandhi: India's Great Soul
Spiritual Biographies for Young People
4 books · Ages 5–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Thich Nhat Hanh: Buddhism in Action
Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit
Dorothy Day: A Catholic Life of Action
Ages 8–11
4 books
Thich Nhat Hanh: Buddhism in Action
Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit
Gandhi: India's Great Soul
Ages 12–18
2 books
Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit
Gandhi: India's Great Soul

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceHistoryBeing DifferentEmpathy & KindnessJustice & FairnessHope & OptimismNature & OutdoorsReligion & Spirituality

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