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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1993
Just a Few Words, Mr. Lincoln
Written by Jean Fritz · Illustrated by Charles Robinson
A leader pauses to honor fallen soldiers with a powerful speech during a turbulent time.
4.1 Goodreads · 202 ratings
48 pages· 510L
$5.99Save 4%
Bookroo's summary
Amidst the chaos of war and the demands of leadership, President Abraham Lincoln finds a moment to deliver a poignant speech at Gettysburg. With just 271 words, he honors the fallen soldiers and redefines a nation's purpose. How did these few words resonate through history, and what impact did they have on a country torn apart? Discover the story behind this iconic moment and the man who delivered it, perfect for readers ready to explore complex narratives with confidence.
From the publisher
Here is a History Reader about a great man and his famous speech. Now available in Step into Reading, the premier leveled reader line. Abraham Lincoln was one busy man. He had a country to run. And a war to win. And a family to care for. But when it came time to honor all the soldiers who had died in the great battle of Gettysburg, President Lincoln still took time to say a few words. Two hundred and seventy-one to be exact. Step 4 Readers use challenging vocabulary and short paragraphs to tell exciting stories. For newly independent readers who read simple sentences with confidence.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 510L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.9
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 8423
Publication
- Published
- September 14, 2021
- First published
- September 1, 1993
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780593432785
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