Helen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller
Helen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller
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Helen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller

Written by Doreen Rappaport & illustrated by Matt Tavares
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6 - 8
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48
Page count
AD770L
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May 9, 2017
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A heartwarming portrait of an unforgettable woman by the critically-acclaimed author of Abe’s Honest Words and Martin’s Big Words. This picturebook biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world’s most influential luminaries. With her signature style of prose laced with stirring quotes, Doreen Rappaport brings to life Helen Keller’s poignant narrative. Acclaimed illustrator Matt Tavares beautifully captures the dynamism and verve of Helen Keller’s life and legacy, making Helen’s Big World an unforgettable portrait of a woman whose vision for innovation and progress changed America–and the world–forever.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781484749609
    Publication Date
    May 9, 2017
    Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    48
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    6 - 8 years
    Lexile® Level
    AD770L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~R
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.9
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    154887
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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