Long, Tall Lincoln

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. Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in Abraham Lincoln's life in this Level Two I Can Read biography, which combines a traditional, illustrated narrative with historical photographs at the back of book. Complete with a timeline, photographs, and little-known facts about the United States' sixteenth president: the long and tall Abraham Lincoln. Long, Tall Lincoln is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

Chin Ko is a production designer, visual-development artist, illustrator, and entrepreneur. His work has helped bring to life many animated shorts, feature films, and video games. He is based in Los Angeles, where he lives with his lovely wife and their new child.

Abraham Lincoln's ascent to the presidency is recounted in a fluid, easy-to-read biography for early readers. Simple, direct sentences stress Lincoln's humble upbringing, his honesty, and his devotion to acting with moral conviction. -- Kirkus Reviews A concise, lively, presidential biography. -- Booklist