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.