Lou Gehrig
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

Lou Gehrig

Written by David A. Adler · Illustrated by Terry Widener

A baseball legend's journey from triumph to tragedy.

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32 pages· 750L
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Bookroo's summary

Follow the inspiring journey of a baseball icon, from his early days to his legendary career with the Yankees. As he battles a devastating illness, his strength and dignity shine through. Will his legacy inspire others to reach for greatness despite life's challenges?

From the publisher

This biography traces Gehrig’s life, from childhood through his illustrious career with the Yankees to his struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and his tragic death at age thirty-seven. Expressive illustrations capture the strength, modesty, and dignity for which this remarkable man will always be remembered. “Readers will feel good after reading this biography–and maybe even inspired to start measuring themselves against Gehrig’s standard.”–Kirkus Reviews

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1997)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
750L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.59
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
14422
Publication
Published
April 1, 2001
First published
January 1, 1997
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152024833
LCCN
95007997
OCLC
46607752

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