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 Who likes math and mysteries, biographies and baseball? Who can write about these subjects and more — all in a crisp, clear and child-friendly fashion? David Adler, of course! Here's a short sampling of his books.

Featured books by

David Adler

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A Picture Book Biography of Benjamin Franklin

By: David Adler

Illustrated by: John Wallner

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

This introduction to the life and work of inventor, statesman and printer Benjamin Franklin is presented in straightforward text and detailed illustrations

A Picture Book Biography of George Washington

By: David Adler

Illustrated by: Alexandra Wallner

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

The life of the first President of the United States, George Washington, is presented in uncomplicated language and meticulous illustrations.

A Picture Book of Cesar Chavez

By: David Adler & Michael S. Adler

Illustrated by: Marie Olofsdotter

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

"The selfless struggles of labor leader Chavez are given a tempered and lucid treatment in this educational overview… The characters are drawn in an intentionally stiff style that fits with the depth-challenged folk art backgrounds, most of which are dominated by the color of sand. The text, meanwhile, is peppered with quotes from Chavez, all of which are backed up with source notes. An elegant introduction to a man who inspired thousands."
— Daniel Kraus, Booklist

A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson

By: David Adler

Illustrated by: Robert Casilla

Age Level: 3-6

Reading Level: Beginning Reader

A portrait of a true American sports hero, Jackie Robinson, who was the first African American to play on a major league baseball team.

A Picture Book of Jesse Owens

By: David Adler

Illustrated by: Robert Casilla

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

Jesse Owens was a breakthrough athlete – an African American who captured the world stage (and four gold medals!) at the 11th Olympiad in Nazi Germany. In this book, readers will learn about his life through brief text and watercolor illustrations. Younger readers may enjoy Patricia and Fredrick McKissack’s picture book, Jesse Owens: Olympic Star.

A Picture Book of John and Abigail Adams

By: David Adler & Michael S. Adler

Illustrated by: Ronald Himler

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

When John and Abigail first met, they didn't really like each other but came to appreciate the other's strengths: Abigail had her own opinions; John was honest and witty. After their marriage, Abigail expertly handled home, family, and more during her husband's frequent travel and was the earliest First Lady to live in the Executive Mansion. This is a graceful introduction to an early first family.

A Picture Book of Louis Braille

By: David Adler

Illustrated by: John Wallner

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

The story of Louis Braille, the Frenchman who invented the raised-dot alphabet/code now used around the world by blind and visually impaired readers. The text traces Braille's life from the childhood accident that caused him to lose his sight through his career at the National Institute for Blind Children in Paris. Readers can feel the alphabet and numbers from 1-10 at the back of the book.