Helen Keller
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1997 · Est. 21 min read

Helen Keller

By Johanna Hurwitz

Blind and deaf, a young girl defies the odds with a teacher's help.

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48 pages· 1,858 words· Est. 21 min read
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Helen Keller, left blind and deaf by illness, faces a seemingly insurmountable world of silence and darkness. With the unwavering support of her dedicated teacher, she embarks on a journey of resilience and discovery. Can Helen break through the barriers of her isolated existence and find her voice? This inspiring true story reveals the power of determination and the transformative impact of a guiding hand.

From the publisher

When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller’s lifeseems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devotedteacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing truestory is finally brought to the beginner reader level.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,858
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
620L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about 20th centuryBooks about health and daily livingBooks about 1850-1899Books about Helen Keller
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
18723
Publication
Published
November 11, 1997
First published
January 1, 1997
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679877059

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