National geographic readers are educational, highinterest, and comprehensive for children. Abraham lincoln books list of books by author abraham. See all books authored by abraham lincoln, including speeches and writings 18591865, and speeches and writings 18321858, and more on. 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. This is a great book for kids who want to learn more about president lincoln. 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. Known as the great emancipator, he also ended slavery in the united states. This book is ideal for anyone looking for a succinct, tothepoint biography about abraham lincolns life. Multilevel book also available in levels z1 and z2. 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. Through a collection of amusing anecdotes, author brenner reveals the real reason lincolns hat was such an. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. Lincoln was born to thomas lincoln and nancy hanks lincoln.
He lived during the civil war, and had to try to stop it. The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. Bright pictures and a simple story capture the essence of one of our most popular presidents. As an audio book i was able to listen much longer than i would have read. 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. Abraham lincoln was the leader of the united states during an especially difficult period in the young countrys history. Abraham lincoln as a vampire slayerunfortunately i thought that this part of the book could have ended a few cds earlier. 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. The abraham lincoln level 8 book study is available to accompany this book. Youre about to be an eyewitness to the ten crucial days in abraham lincolns life, including. During the american civil war lincoln promised to save the union. 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.
The book also talks about slavery and the end of slavery and the civil war. This book is suggested as an independent reading selection. The cover for i am abraham lincoln was just a peek at the treasure trove of adorable artwork inside. He fought a war to hold the country together and to make it free for everyone. Trumpet executive editor stephen flurrys edstone book club resumed on january 16. Abraham lincolns life began in a humble log cabin in kentucky. Trumpet editor in chief gerald flurry has repeatedly encouraged his readers to study history, especially the. Short chapters, large print, simple vocabulary, straightforward narrative, and attractive illustrations, as well as the addition of the subjects own words, make in. 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. With simple, lyrical text and bold, kidfriendly illustrations, this book introduces lincoln to the youngest readers. One of lincolns greatest accomplishments was the abolition of slavery in 1864. Thomas was a strong and determined pioneer who found a moderate level of prosperity and was well respected in the community.
I gave this book a 4 because abraham lincoln was my favorite president and he was one of the best in my opinion. Abraham lincoln was the 16th president of the united states. 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. President abraham lincoln thought slavery was wrong. Each book focuses on a particular character trait that made that role model heroic. Nicolay was abraham lincolns private white house secretary. The family then migrated west, passing through new jersey. 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. Corbisphotos abraham lincoln was a prominent, historicallysignificant man in our countrys history. During his time in office, the nation fought the civil war, which claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. Flurry and more than 20 club members are reading the abridged version of carl sandburgs sixpart series on abraham lincoln, abraham lincoln.
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. Abraham lincoln kids britannica kids homework help. I selected this book for natalie because she shared that she is interested in famous people and would love to meet abraham lincoln. He had 4 kids one died at age 4, and he was very sad. It ends as the war ends and does not mention the manner of his death. The books talks about abraham lincolns presidency, life, and struggles. The final four volumes were published together in 1939, and won the 1940 pulitzer prize for history.
Access the answers to hundreds of abraham lincoln questions that are explained in a way thats easy for you to understand. I am abraham lincoln childrens books read aloud youtube. Childrens lincoln book list president lincolns cottage. He would guide the country through the civil war, the abolition of slavery, and the birth of a new nation. 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. A decent introductory book about abraham lincoln and the civil war.
Interest level, reading level, reading az, atos, word count. 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. 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. Series information with straightforward language and illustrations on nearly every page. Abe lincoln, the boy who loved books read aloud story time with ann marie duration. Abraham lincoln february 12, 1809april 15, 1865 was the 16th president of the united states, serving from 1861 to 1865.
Through vivid illustrations, speeches, writings, and memoirs, abraham lincoln offers readers a personal history lesson of his life. A picture book of abraham lincoln is a picture book complete biography of abraham lincoln written by david adler. A book from the magic tree house series that focuses on the life of abraham lincoln. From log cabin to the white house a reading az level z leveled book word count.
Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about lincoln, beginning with young abes love of reading. 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. I totally judge books by their covers, especially childrens books, and this one had me at first sight. 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. 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. Its a great book for my 8 year old who picked lincoln for a short book report. He is famous for freeing the slaves, saving the union, and giving thoughtful speeches like the gettysburg address. 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. Abraham lincoln biography george nicolay full audio book. I am abraham lincoln ordinary people change the world by brad meltzer author, christopher eliopoulos illustrator abraham lincoln.
A modernday abolitionist investigates the possible connection between joseph smith, the book of mormon, and abraham lincoln by. Bringing the biggest life stories to the smallest readers. This book is about abraham lincoln and how he grew up, his accomplishments,and his assassination. 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. This book follows him from childhood to the presidency, including the civil war and his legendary gettysburg address. The first two volumes, published in 1926, cover lincolns birth through his inauguration as president. From log cabin to the white house why is abe lincoln considered one of the most famous american presidents. Abraham lincoln was the 16th american president from 18601865.
Preschoolers can learn all about abraham lincoln in this allamerican little golden book. Series information with straightforward language and illustrations on nearly every page, the who was series invites kids to explore history by learning. Modern scholarship and a variety of narrative approaches give todays reader a chance to explore the extraordinary world of abraham lincoln. Lincoln died the morning after being shot at fords theatre in washington, d. This new way of looking at classic subjects creates a unique reading experience that breathes life into the bookreport and summerreading repertoire.
For example, abraham lincoln always spoke up about fairness, and thus he led the country to abolish slavery. 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. The story continues through his election, fight against 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. Writing create five interview questions that you would ask lincoln if you could. 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. He was also a selfeducated but eloquent orator, a bright lawyer, and a devoted father. With assistant secretary, john hay, he wrote the two volume definitive biography of lincoln, abraham lincoln, a. Abe lincoln and the muddy pig, by stephen krensky and greshom griffith simon and schuster ages. Abraham lincoln constantly read from newspapers at new salem and later springfield, shakespeare, the books of euclid, and many we dont even know of.
If i had been reading this booki would not have ended up as far as i did. Selfeducated and skilled at public speaking, lincoln became a lawyer, a member of congress, and eventually president of the united states. February 12, 1809, in hodgenville, hardin county, kentucky died. Abraham lincoln national geographic readers series by. 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.
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