A Picture Book of Helen Keller Contributor(s): Adler, David A. (Author), Wallner, John (Illustrator), Wallner, Alexandra (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0823408183 ISBN-13: 9780823408184 Publisher: Holiday House
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: September 1990 * Out of Print * Annotation: A brief biography of the woman who overcame her handicaps of being both blind and deaf. Click for more in this series: Picture Book Biography |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women - Juvenile Nonfiction | Disabilities & Special Needs - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 20th Century |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 89077510 |
Age Level: 5-8 |
Grade Level: Kindergarten-3 |
Lexile Measure: 660 AD (Adult Directed Text) |
Guided Reading: M (Grade 2) |
Series: Picture Book Biography |
Physical Information: 0.41" H x 10.08" W x 8.32" L (0.78 lbs) 32 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 1851-1899 - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Topical - Physically Challenged - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
Features: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product |
Review Citations: Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/1990 - Recommended, Satisfactory School Library Journal 11/01/1990 |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 29434 Reading Level: 3.5 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Helen Keller was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama on June 27, 1880. When she was just a year and a half old, she was left blind and deaf from an illness. In a very simple text, the author covers the important facts of Helen Keller's life. Besides her extraordinary work with teacher Anne Mansfield Sullivan, she published several books and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1964. Her bravery, brilliance, and spirit brought hope to millions of disabled people. |
Contributor Bio(s): Adler, David A.: - David A. Adler's "Picture Book Biographies" have been hailed as an "expert mixture of facts and personality" (School Library Journal) and "handsomely designed" (Booklist). Mr. Adler is also the author of the "A First Biography" series for readers aged 7-11, as well as a number of novels and Judaica titles. He lives in New York with his wife and three sons.Wallner, John: - John Wallner has illustrated many books for children, including "Helen Keller: A Holiday House Reader," and "A Picture Book of George Washington" and "A Picture Book of Davy Crockett," both illustrated with his wife, Alexandra, all written by David A. Adler. "Booklist" has called his art "lively [and] colorful." He lives with his wife in Mexico. |
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