At age two, Helen Keller became deaf and blind. She lived in a world of silence and darkness and she spent the rest of her life struggling to break through it. But with the help of teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to read, write, and do many amazing things. This inspiring illustrated biography is perfect for young middle-grade readers. Black-and-white line drawings throughout, sidebars on related topics such as Louis Braille, a timeline, and a bibliography enhance readers' understanding of the subject.
At age two, Helen Keller became deaf and blind. She lived in a world of silence and darkness and she spent the rest of her life struggling to break through it. But with the help of teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to read, write, and do many amazing things. This inspiring illustrated biography is perfect for young middle-grade readers. Black-and-white line drawings throughout, sidebars on related topics such as Louis Braille, a timeline, and a bibliography enhance readers' understanding of the subject.
Who Was Helen Keller?
112Who Was Helen Keller?
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ISBN-13: | 9780448431444 |
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Publisher: | Penguin Young Readers Group |
Publication date: | 08/25/2003 |
Series: | Who Was? Series |
Pages: | 112 |
Sales rank: | 5,926 |
Product dimensions: | 5.30(w) x 7.60(h) x 0.30(d) |
Lexile: | 570L (what's this?) |
Age Range: | 8 - 12 Years |
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