Helen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller
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Children's - 1st-5th Grade, Age 6-10
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4.3
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48 p. ;
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Large watercolor illustrations warmly portray Helen Keller—overcomer, speaker, and briefly, actress. This reading experience highlights Annie Sullivan's belief in Helen's potential, and Helen's increasing connections that strengthened her mind and ambition. Readers sense the importance of pushing beyond difficult limits. Large-print quotes give voice to Helen's dogged determination that highlight the expansive world she chose to influence.
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This picturebook biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world's most influential luminaries. With her signature style of prose laced with stirring quotes, Rappaport brings to life Helen Keller's poignant narrative. Full color.