Abraham Lincoln: 16th President of the United States Contributor(s): Rumsch, Breann (Author) |
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ISBN: 1604534648 ISBN-13: 9781604534641 Publisher: Abdo Publishing
Binding Type: Library Binding - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: January 2009 * Out of Print * Click for more in this series: United States Presidents (Abdo) |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Presidents & First Families (u.s.) - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Politics & Government |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2008045384 |
Age Level: 8-11 |
Grade Level: 3-6 |
Lexile Measure: 580(Not Available) |
Guided Reading: S (Grade 4) |
Series: United States Presidents (Abdo) |
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 7.8" W x 7.8" L (0.55 lbs) 40 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Holiday - President's Day |
Features: Glossary, Ikids, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Table of Contents |
Review Citations: School Library Journal 04/01/2009 pg. 78 |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 128079 Reading Level: 5.5 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 1.0 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The United States president preserves, protects, and defends the U.S. Constitution. Each president's term influences events in America and around the world for years to come. This biography introduces young readers to the life of Abraham Lincoln, beginning with his childhood in Knob Creek, Kentucky. Information about Lincoln's early career as a lawyer as well as New Salem's postmaster and deputy county surveyor is discussed. In addition, his family and personal life are highlighted. Easy-to-read text details Lincoln's military service during the Black Hawk War and his political career as a member of the Illinois state legislature and the U.S. House of Representatives. Finally, students will explore key events from Republican president Lincoln's administration, including the American Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, the Gettysburg Address, the Thirteenth Amendment, and his assassination by John Wilkes Booth. Beautiful graphics showcase the primary source documents and photographs. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars help put essential information at students' fingertips. In addition, a quick-reference chart provides easy access to facts about every U.S. president. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. |
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