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Age Range
6 - 9
Genre
biography
Page Count
32
Publisher
National Geographic
Grade Level
1st - 3rd
ISBN
9780545536356
Lexile
680L
Themes
biography

Abraham Lincoln (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Caroline Crosson Gilpin
Stunning photographs and flawless on-level information introduce young minds to the wonder and mystery of our world.
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Historic Figures Activity Guide for Grades PK-2

This activity guide supports books on historic figures for grades PK-2.

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Age Range
6 - 9
Genre
biography
Page Count
32
Publisher
National Geographic
Grade Level
1st - 3rd
ISBN
9780545536356
Lexile
680L
Themes
biography
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