This book is suggested as an independent reading selection. From log cabin to the white house a reading az level z leveled book word count. Finally, diplomatic historian howard jones, in lincoln as diplomat, describes the international pitfalls that lincoln as a war president needed to navigate and how he did it. Abraham lincoln was the 16th american president from 18601865. He fought a war to hold the country together and to make it free for everyone. Lincoln died the morning after being shot at fords theatre in washington, d. Multilevel book also available in levels z1 and z2. A biography series for new readers carla jablonski.
Abraham lincoln was the 16th president of the united states. He had 4 kids one died at age 4, and he was very sad. Short chapters, large print, simple vocabulary, straightforward narrative, and attractive illustrations, as well as the addition of the subjects own words, make in. I am abraham lincoln ordinary people change the world by brad meltzer author, christopher eliopoulos illustrator abraham lincoln. When becoming president, abraham lincoln would check out a pile of books from the library of congress and would learn the art of warfare and commanding of troops in battles. For example, adler writes that in 1858 lincoln was chosen by the new republican party to run for the united states senate and in 1860 he won the race. Abraham lincoln february 12, 1809april 15, 1865 was the 16th president of the united states, serving from 1861 to 1865. From log cabin to the white house why is abe lincoln considered one of the most famous american presidents. A book from the magic tree house series that focuses on the life of abraham lincoln. The cover for i am abraham lincoln was just a peek at the treasure trove of adorable artwork inside. Selfeducated and skilled at public speaking, lincoln became a lawyer, a member of congress, and eventually president of the united states. Through a collection of amusing anecdotes, author brenner reveals the real reason lincolns hat was such an.
List of books and articles about abraham lincoln online. As an audio book i was able to listen much longer than i would have read. The books talks about abraham lincolns presidency, life, and struggles. One of lincolns greatest accomplishments was the abolition of slavery in 1864. Level z grade 5, lexile 1010l multilevel book also available in levels z1 and z2 abraham lincolns life began in a humble log cabin in kentucky. President abraham lincoln thought slavery was wrong. During his time in office, the nation fought the civil war, which claimed hundreds of thousands of lives.
A legacy of freedom 3 considers the obstacles the president had to overcome in developing an effective union army and a cadre of generals to command it. Series information with straightforward language and illustrations on nearly every page. With simple, lyrical text and bold, kidfriendly illustrations, this book introduces abraham lincoln to the youngest readers and inspires them to stand up for whats right. If i had been reading this booki would not have ended up as far as i did. February 12, 1809, in hodgenville, hardin county, kentucky died. He would guide the country through the civil war, the abolition of slavery, and the birth of a new nation. The story continues through his election, fight against slavery and the civil war. In the book the illustrations of lincolns life tie in beautifully with the text. Bright pictures and a simple story capture the essence of one of our most popular presidents. National geographic readers are educational, highinterest, and comprehensive for children.
I am abraham lincoln childrens books read aloud youtube. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy of our 16th president of the united states, abraham lincoln and his historic decision to abolish slavery. A decent introductory book about abraham lincoln and the civil war. Flurry and more than 20 club members are reading the abridged version of carl sandburgs sixpart series on abraham lincoln, abraham lincoln. This book is about abraham lincoln and how he grew up, his accomplishments,and his assassination. Abraham lincoln national geographic readers series by.
Abraham lincoln kids britannica kids homework help. Modern scholarship and a variety of narrative approaches give todays reader a chance to explore the extraordinary world of abraham lincoln. Abraham lincoln and the emancipation proclamation teach about the causes of the civil war, abraham lincoln, and the emancipation proclamation with these resources and ideas from scholastic and other websites. Abraham lincoln as a vampire slayerunfortunately i thought that this part of the book could have ended a few cds earlier.
Expand product details in this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy of our 16th president of the united states, abraham lincoln and. I selected this book for natalie because she shared that she is interested in famous people and would love to meet abraham lincoln. A modernday abolitionist investigates the possible connection between joseph smith, the book of mormon, and abraham lincoln by. Abraham lincoln biography george nicolay full audio book. The book also talks about slavery and the end of slavery and the civil war. Abraham lincoln was born on february 12, 1809, the second child of thomas lincoln and nancy hanks lincoln, in a oneroom log cabin on sinking spring farm near hodgenville, kentucky. For example, abraham lincoln always spoke up about fairness, and thus he led the country to abolish slavery.
The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. I gave this book a 4 because abraham lincoln was my favorite president and he was one of the best in my opinion. Preschoolers can learn all about abraham lincoln in this allamerican little golden book. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. See all books authored by abraham lincoln, including speeches and writings 18591865, and speeches and writings 18321858, and more on. Who was abraham lincoln this book was about abraham lincoln and fun facts about him such as it talks about when he was elected for president and a bunch of other fun facts. This book follows him from childhood to the presidency, including the civil war and his legendary gettysburg address. He was also a selfeducated but eloquent orator, a bright lawyer, and a devoted father.
A picture book of abraham lincoln is a picture book complete biography of abraham lincoln written by david adler. Abraham lincoln, a selftaught lawyer, legislator and vocal opponent of slavery, was elected 16th president of the united states in november 1860, shortly before the outbreak of. Youre about to be an eyewitness to the ten crucial days in abraham lincolns life, including. But lincoln was tragically shot one night at fords theaterthe first president to be assassinated. Childrens lincoln book list president lincolns cottage. He lived during the civil war, and had to try to stop it. Its a great book for my 8 year old who picked lincoln for a short book report.
From the inspiring yet straightforward words of abraham lincoln, the story is told of a man who went to school for no more than one year, lost two elections, and then went on to lead our nation through the hardest of times. Interest level, reading level, reading az, atos, word count. With simple, lyrical text and bold, kidfriendly illustrations, this book introduces lincoln to the youngest readers. Level 8 book studies are designed for students who have completed the good and the beautiful level 7 language arts course but do not want to start high school courses yet. Through vivid illustrations, speeches, writings, and memoirs, abraham lincoln offers readers a personal history lesson of his life. Access the answers to hundreds of abraham lincoln questions that are explained in a way thats easy for you to understand. As the book travels through the life of abraham lincoln, from boyhood on up, valuable lessons are taught about wisdom, kindness, honesty, hard work, love of learning, and persevering through trials. Abe lincoln and the muddy pig, by stephen krensky and greshom griffith simon and schuster ages. Each book focuses on a particular character trait that made that role model heroic. Lincoln was born to thomas lincoln and nancy hanks lincoln. Historians see abraham lincoln, the 16th president of the united states, as one of the countrys greatest leaders. The family then migrated west, passing through new jersey.
The war years encompasses volumes three to six of a sixvolume biography of abraham lincoln by carl sandburg. My daughter did a presentation on president abraham lincoln and the source material she had available was a bit much for the work to be enjoyable. The abraham lincoln level 8 book study is available to accompany this book. Writing create five interview questions that you would ask lincoln if you could. This is a great book for kids who want to learn more about president lincoln.
Bringing the biggest life stories to the smallest readers. The book starts with abraham lincoln as a boy, his family life and how he improved his lot in life with selfeducation and hard, honest work. This interesting book from the who was series, explores the life of abraham lincoln, considered to be one of the most important and respected presidents o. Thomas was a strong and determined pioneer who found a moderate level of prosperity and was well respected in the community. It ends as the war ends and does not mention the manner of his death. Trumpet executive editor stephen flurrys edstone book club resumed on january 16.
Series information with straightforward language and illustrations on nearly every page, the who was series invites kids to explore history by learning. It does not delve into a lot of detail on any one event before or during the civil war, and understandably over half of it takes place during the years 18601865. Corbisphotos abraham lincoln was a prominent, historicallysignificant man in our countrys history. A letter to abraham lincoln abraham lincoln was born in 1809 in a log cabin, but eventually became the 16th president of the united states and lead america through the civil war. Abraham lincoln was the leader of the united states during an especially difficult period in the young countrys history. I totally judge books by their covers, especially childrens books, and this one had me at first sight. During the american civil war lincoln promised to save the union. He is famous for freeing the slaves, saving the union, and giving thoughtful speeches like the gettysburg address. Abraham lincolns life began in a humble log cabin in kentucky. But to enhance his professional image, lincoln wore a long black coat and a tall stovepipe hat, and the book begins with the purchase of the hat. He was a descendant of samuel lincoln, an englishman who migrated from hingham, norfolk, to its namesake, hingham, massachusetts, in 1638. The final four volumes were published together in 1939, and won the 1940 pulitzer prize for history. Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about lincoln, beginning with young abes love of reading. This biography looks at the life of abraham lincoln, a farm boy who grew up to become the sixteenth president of the united states and the man responsible for leading the country through the civil war.
Abraham lincoln constantly read from newspapers at new salem and later springfield, shakespeare, the books of euclid, and many we dont even know of. This book is ideal for anyone looking for a succinct, tothepoint biography about abraham lincolns life. This new way of looking at classic subjects creates a unique reading experience that breathes life into the bookreport and summerreading repertoire. Trumpet editor in chief gerald flurry has repeatedly encouraged his readers to study history, especially the. Nicolay was abraham lincolns private white house secretary. Abe lincoln, the boy who loved books read aloud story time with ann marie duration. Known as the great emancipator, he also ended slavery in the united states. Abraham lincoln books list of books by author abraham. A tragic loss that sets a boy on a course for greatness a career sacrificed to protest an unjust war a state resorting to treason to preserve slavery a president who learns the most difficult decisions are made alone and a promise made to every. The first two volumes, published in 1926, cover lincolns birth through his inauguration as president. Each level 8 book study contains selfguided lessons that lead the student through the chosen book as he or she studies language arts, geography, and art.