A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1989 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln

Written by David A. Adler · Illustrated by John Wallner and Alexandra Wallner

Part of the A Picture Book series

A young boy from a log cabin becomes a leader who changes a nation.

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32 pages· 702 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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From a humble log cabin in Kentucky to the White House, follow the journey of a boy who helped clear land and built boats, growing into a leader who navigated a nation through its darkest times. Discover how he penned the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing slaves and redefining freedom. This tale of resilience and justice will captivate young readers, offering a glimpse into the life of a president who shaped history. What challenges did he face, and how did he overcome them to leave a lasting legacy?

From the publisher

Follows the life of the popular president, from his childhood on the frontier to his assassination after the end of the Civil War.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
702
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD720L
Themes & topics
Books about Abraham LincolnBooks about AmericaBooks about 19th centuryBooks about US PresidentsBooks about boys and men
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~Q
Scholastic level
M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
19959
Publication
Published
January 1, 1998
First published
March 1, 1989
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823408016

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