Jean Fritz

Describes some of the well-known as well as the lesser-known details of Paul Revere's life and exciting ride.

A brief biography of Samuel Adams describing his activities in stirring up the revolt against the British and how he was finally persuaded to learn to ride a horse.

A brief biography of the eighteenth-century printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

A biography of the famous American Indian princess, emphasizing her life-long adulation of John Smith and the roles she played in two very different cultures.

The history of Plymouth Rock comes alive in this tale by Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz! For years, Plymouth Rock lived a quiet life. Then in 1741, the people decided to make a fuss because the Pilgrims must have stepped on it when they arrived in America. And that's when the adventures began. This entertaining story tells about Plymouth Rock's humble origins before it rose to a place of historic prominence. The first 13 years of my life...

Learn all about Mary Washington in this story by best-selling author, Jean Fritz! Everyone has a mother. Even George Washington. But Mary Washington is nothing like you'd think! She hates to dress up. And she always thinks she knows what's best for George. After all, she's his mother! The first 13 years of my life I lived in China. My parents were missionaries there, and I was an only child. Often I felt lonely and out of place. Writing for me became...

Recounts St. Brendan's life and voyage to North America long before the Vikings arrived.