The most effective method used to influence children to read is to
incorporate the information that interests them the most. National
Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive
for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating
life and legacy of our 16th President of the United States, Abraham
Lincoln and his historic decision to abolish slavery. Readers will also
learn why this decision impacted the United States, as well as the
extent of Lincoln's impact as a fearless leader of the Civil War.
In this level two biography, difficult concepts are made understandable
and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use
of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of
the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations
round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to
explore.
National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core
Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.