Abraham Lincoln

by Peter Benoit

Overview

The Civil War divided a country and was a time when we were fighting our own.

A True Book: The Civil War series introduces young investigative readers to the civil war, explaining the details leading up to the war, as well as an up-close look at what life was like during that time period. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

Readers will discover all about the Civil War, what the war was being fought over, and how life was affected for all Americans during this time period.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531266212
Publisher:	Scholastic Library Publishing
Publication date:	09/01/2011
Series:	Scholastic True Book Series
Pages:	48
Sales rank:	646,389
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

Table of Contents

Setting the Scene: A House Divided 6

Chapter 1 Humble Beginnings 8

Chapter 2 A Man of Vision 18

Chapter 3 The Making of a President 26

Chapter 4 Trial by Fire 36

Chapter 5 The Making of a Legend 44

Map of the Events: What Happened Where? 52

The Story Continues: A New Birth of Freedom 54

Influential Individuals 56

Timeline 58

Living History 60

Resources 61

Glossary 62

Index 63

About the Author 64