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Series
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Abraham Lincoln didn't look like a president. He didn't always act like a president, either--he liked to wrestle with his sons and tell jokes. But he always fought for fairness, freedom, and unity. --Publisher
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2017
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author"--Provided by the publisher.
Author
Language
English
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Description
"Tad Lincoln's restless wriggle just wouldn't quit, much to the delight of his father, President Abraham Lincoln--if not so much to anybody else! This picture book brings to life the famous first son who coped with a disability and other challenges while showing compassion, intelligence, and wisdom beyond his years. Tad Lincoln's boundless energy annoyed almost everyone but his father, President Abraham Lincoln. But Tad put that energy to good use...
7) Mr. Lincoln
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
"Many people know Abraham Lincoln as the president who helped end slavery, but there is much more to know about the man that many call the 'Great Emancipator.' This captivating volume teaches readers about the key role Lincoln and his presidency played in the Civil War. Engaging text and vibrant photographs help readers understand Lincoln's place as a figure in American history. Detailed and stimulating content helps make this book an excellent supplement...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
"On the third Monday in February, the United States celebrates Presidents' Day, which honors all of its commanders in chief. This heavily illustrated volume explores the holiday's rich history, including its roots dating back to Washington's birthday. Readers will have a chance to prepare a cherry pie recipe and create a booklet that shows what they would do if they were president"--From the publisher's web site.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"The Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, declared all Confederate slaves to be free. Because the order only applied to Southern states that the Union did not control, few slaves benefited immediately. Learn more about this historic document that served as a key turning point in the U.S. Civil War and in the movement to abolish slavery. Additional features include detailed captions and sidebars, critical-thinking...
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
Español
Description
"De niña, a Teresa Carreño le encantaba dejar que sus manos bailaran a lo largo de las hermosas teclas del piano. Si se sentía triste, la música le levantaba el ánimo y, cuando estaba feliz, el piano la ayudaba a compartir esa alegría. Pronto comenzó a escribir sus propias canciones y a tocar en grandes catedrales. Entonces, una revolución en Venezuela hizo que su familia tuviera que huir a Estados Unidos. Teresa se sentía sola en este sitio...
Publisher
Weston Woods
Pub. Date
©2009
Language
English
Description
"In celebration of Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday in February 2009, we present this story of the unusual friendship between two great American leaders. At a time when racial tensions were high and racial equality was not yet established, Lincoln and Douglass formed a strong bond over shared ideals ... Includes a bonus interview with Nikki Giovanni"--Container.
16) Abraham Lincoln
Author
Series
Making of America (Abrams) volume 3
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The third installment of the Making of America series, Abraham Lincoln follows our most popular president. Even though he grew up on the frontier without a formal education, Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) worked his way up in the government. He was elected to the Illinois House of Representatives, then to the U.S. House of Representatives, and then became the 16th president of the United States. During his short time as president, he led the United...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Abraham Lincoln. Theodore Roosevelt. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Lyndon B. Johnson. They grew up and lived in very different worlds--Lincoln was poor and uneducated, his frontier cabin home deep in the harsh wilderness; Theodore Roosevelt hailed from an elegant home in the heart of New York City and traveled the world with his family; Franklin Roosevelt loved the outdoors surrounding his family's rural estate where he was the center of attention;...
Author
Series
Action presidents volume 2
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"We all know that Abraham Lincoln gave the historic Gettysburg Address and ended the Civil War. But did you also know that he pardoned the first White House turkey, once snuck into Washington in disguise, and grew his famous beard because an eleven-year-old girl said it made him look less ugly?! Read all about the radical rail-spliter, supreme speaker, and paramount president Abraham Lincoln in the second Action Presidents book, where the history...
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