A Picture Book of Helen Keller Contributor(s): Adler, David A. (Author), Wallner, John (Illustrator), Wallner, Alexandra (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0823408183 ISBN-13: 9780823408184 Publisher: Holiday House OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 1990 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: A brief biography of the woman who overcame her handicaps of being both blind and deaf. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Women - Juvenile Nonfiction | Disabilities & Special Needs - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 20th Century |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 89077510 |
Lexile Measure: 660 |
Series: Picture Book Biography |
Physical Information: 0.41" H x 10.08" W x 8.32" (0.78 lbs) 32 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 1851-1899 - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Topical - Physically Challenged - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 29434 Reading Level: 3.5 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Helen Keller was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama on June 27, 1880. When she was just a year and a half old, she was left blind and deaf from an illness. In a very simple text, the author covers the important facts of Helen Keller's life. Besides her extraordinary work with teacher Anne Mansfield Sullivan, she published several books and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1964. Her bravery, brilliance, and spirit brought hope to millions of disabled people. |
Contributor Bio(s): Adler, David A.: - David A. Adler's "Picture Book Biographies" have been hailed as an "expert mixture of facts and personality" (School Library Journal) and "handsomely designed" (Booklist). Mr. Adler is also the author of the "A First Biography" series for readers aged 7-11, as well as a number of novels and Judaica titles. He lives in New York with his wife and three sons.Wallner, John: - John Wallner has illustrated many books for children, including "Helen Keller: A Holiday House Reader," and "A Picture Book of George Washington" and "A Picture Book of Davy Crockett," both illustrated with his wife, Alexandra, all written by David A. Adler. "Booklist" has called his art "lively [and] colorful." He lives with his wife in Mexico. |