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Long, Tall Lincoln: An Inspiring Biography About the President Who Fought for Freedom and Unity for Children (Ages 4-8)
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 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.
32 pages, Paperback
Published June 20, 2017
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May 2, 2023
I didn’t like this book because the author said Abe Lincoln was not pretty.
Edit: mom double checked and the book indeed did say Lincoln was not pretty!
Edit: mom double checked and the book indeed did say Lincoln was not pretty!
August 10, 2017
I love Lincoln (one of my top 3 Presidents), but this book leans towards revising history by leaving many things out so that young readers are led to specific conclusions.
Just a few notes I took while reading - The book states that “law let white people own black people” – Didn’t mention that black people also owned slaves.
Book stated that “Northern states wanted to get rid of slavery and southern states wanted to keep it” – It should have said Republicans wanted to end slavery and Democrats wanted to keep it. Even Democrats living in northern states wanted to keep it.
The book stated that in the North black men joined the army. Did NOT state that black men in the southern states also fought. Even Frederick Douglas pointed that out (not in this book). Douglas stated “It is now pretty well established, that there are at the present moment many colored men in the Confederate army doing duty not only as cooks, servants and laborers, but as real soldiers, having muskets on their shoulders, and bullets in their pockets, ready to shoot down loyal troops, and do all that soldiers may to destroy the Federal Government.”
It also mentioned Lincoln won elections and became President but it did not mention anywhere that he was Republican. There was even a picture of Obama at the end when it talked of the legacy Lincoln left.
Just a few notes I took while reading - The book states that “law let white people own black people” – Didn’t mention that black people also owned slaves.
Book stated that “Northern states wanted to get rid of slavery and southern states wanted to keep it” – It should have said Republicans wanted to end slavery and Democrats wanted to keep it. Even Democrats living in northern states wanted to keep it.
The book stated that in the North black men joined the army. Did NOT state that black men in the southern states also fought. Even Frederick Douglas pointed that out (not in this book). Douglas stated “It is now pretty well established, that there are at the present moment many colored men in the Confederate army doing duty not only as cooks, servants and laborers, but as real soldiers, having muskets on their shoulders, and bullets in their pockets, ready to shoot down loyal troops, and do all that soldiers may to destroy the Federal Government.”
It also mentioned Lincoln won elections and became President but it did not mention anywhere that he was Republican. There was even a picture of Obama at the end when it talked of the legacy Lincoln left.
August 14, 2017
This is a great way to introduce young readers to biographies. In just a few pages Dussling covers highlights of Lincoln's life - from growing up poor in a log cabin, to studying to be a lawyer, and finally to the White House. Readers will enjoy the fun facts scattered throughout the book, such as Lincoln grew a beard because of the suggestion of a 9 year old girl. The back has a few photos (only 2 of Lincoln himself, which was disappointing) and a small timeline. Overall, a great book.
November 21, 2023
My boys (ages 5 & 7) enjoyed this book enough to maybe award 4 **** but I would give this book a 2** rating. It paints a very simplistic happy picture that is misleading and it's very heavy on physical appearance.
I can't complain about the mechanics. The art and layout are good. The narration is good. The sound is synced with the pages as they turn. Not a bad book, it just can't be a stand alone. Plan to introduce other material with this book if you use it.
I can't complain about the mechanics. The art and layout are good. The narration is good. The sound is synced with the pages as they turn. Not a bad book, it just can't be a stand alone. Plan to introduce other material with this book if you use it.
September 20, 2017
A beginning reader biography. Told in a very cut and dry manner. The story of Lincoln doesn't really take on the complicated time period which or the most part makes sense as this is a level 2 reader. However, not including his assassination in the main text feels like an oversight.
November 25, 2017
A level 2 (reading with help) biography for children. Appropriate for grades K-2. Darling illustrations by Chin Ko keep the reader engaged. Short sentences and repetition help the reader as well.
August 1, 2019
what the heck....no cover pic for this? it's about Lincoln. kid loves it.
February 19, 2020
This was an excellent book about Lincoln!
June 27, 2020
Lincoln really vehemently wanted to read all of this himself. He was a little confused why they didn't cover his passing.
August 23, 2021
3.5 stars.
"I learned he was a soldier."
6 read independently.
"I learned he was a soldier."
6 read independently.
October 15, 2024
This was really good
February 17, 2026
Odd that the only books about presidents we had in the house was of those killed in office.
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August 12, 2017Enjoyed, good book to read and share with children.
November 30, 2017
Summary: This early reader book is about the life of Abraham Lincoln. It tells about his life growing up, what he did before being president, and his life as a president. This book also includes a timeline of his life and additional information about the Civil War.
Characteristics That Support This Genre: This book can be placed in the biography category because it presents accurate information about a person’s life. In addition, it reflects the subject’s shortcoming and virtues.
Mentoring Writing Traits:
Idea – The writer has narrowed the life of a significant historical figure to a manageable piece for young readers.
Organization – The writer uses transition and sequence words to guide the reader through the text.
Word Choice – The writer uses action words and striking phrases to add energy and bring the text to life.
Sentence Fluency – The writer uses long and short sentences to enhance the story.
Conventions – At times, the writer uses dashes and ellipses to create emphasis.
Classroom Integration: The way this book is written, it could be used to discuss the importance of being true to who you are, not what you look like but your character. It could also be used when discussing the value of perseverance and facing failures.
Other Suggestions: This book is at a 3.1 reading level and the guided reading level is L. This book could be included in a text set when discussing presidents or the life of Abraham Lincoln. In addition, this book could model the use of dashes and ellipses.
Characteristics That Support This Genre: This book can be placed in the biography category because it presents accurate information about a person’s life. In addition, it reflects the subject’s shortcoming and virtues.
Mentoring Writing Traits:
Idea – The writer has narrowed the life of a significant historical figure to a manageable piece for young readers.
Organization – The writer uses transition and sequence words to guide the reader through the text.
Word Choice – The writer uses action words and striking phrases to add energy and bring the text to life.
Sentence Fluency – The writer uses long and short sentences to enhance the story.
Conventions – At times, the writer uses dashes and ellipses to create emphasis.
Classroom Integration: The way this book is written, it could be used to discuss the importance of being true to who you are, not what you look like but your character. It could also be used when discussing the value of perseverance and facing failures.
Other Suggestions: This book is at a 3.1 reading level and the guided reading level is L. This book could be included in a text set when discussing presidents or the life of Abraham Lincoln. In addition, this book could model the use of dashes and ellipses.
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February 24, 2019I want to add more nonfiction easy readers into my classroom, but this is not exactly what this is.
As a book listed as "reading with help," AR has it listed as a level 3.1. The sentences and word choices are simple and straight forward enough, but there are a lot of advanced high frequency words.
As a book listed as "reading with help," AR has it listed as a level 3.1. The sentences and word choices are simple and straight forward enough, but there are a lot of advanced high frequency words.
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