Jean Fritz

Jean Fritz was an American children's writer best known for American biography and history.

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Profession :

Children's Author

Birthday :

November 16, 1915

Death Date:

May 14, 2017

Age :

101

Jean Fritz was a renowned American children’s author and historian who captivated young readers with her engaging and informative books about American history. Some of her most well-known works include “And Then What Happened, Paul Revere?”, “Shh! We’re Writing the Constitution”, and “George Washington’s Mother”. Throughout her career, Fritz received numerous accolades, such as the Newbery Honor, the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, and the National Humanities Medal. In 1986, she was honored with the Children’s Legacy Literature Award for her significant contributions to American children’s literature. Fritz passed away in 2017 at the age of 101, leaving a lasting impact on the world of children’s historical narratives.