Helen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller Contributor(s): Rappaport, Doreen (Author), Tavares, Matt (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 078680890X ISBN-13: 9780786808908 Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers OUR PRICE: $17.09 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women - Juvenile Nonfiction | Disabilities & Special Needs - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 19th Century |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2011053516 |
Lexile Measure: 770 |
Series: Big Words |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 9.8" W x 11" (1.05 lbs) 48 pages |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 154887 Reading Level: 4.9 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A heartwarming portrait of an unforgettable woman by the critically-acclaimed author of Abe's Honest Words and Martin's Big Words. This picturebook biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world's most influential luminaries. With her signature style of prose laced with stirring quotes, Doreen Rappaport brings to life Helen Keller's poignant narrative. Acclaimed illustrator Matt Tavares beautifully captures the dynamism and verve of Helen Keller's life and legacy, making Helen's Big World an unforgettable portrait of a woman whose vision for innovation and progress changed America--and the world--forever. |