Wholesale Ingenious Abe

Meet Abraham Lincoln, the everyday hero. Born into frontier poverty and no stranger to grief, young Abe taught himself to read, write, and practice law with nothing but borrowed books and relentless determination. This accessible biography follows his rise from rail-splitter to president, his lifelong hatred of slavery, and his faith in God through the Civil War—ending with his assassination. Written for young readers, it celebrates the character traits—integrity, courage, kindness, and faith—that made Lincoln unmatched among American heroes. * Lincoln as an 'everyday hero'—ordinary people can do extraordinary things * A self-taught boy with no money or schooling who became president * Emphasizes Lincoln's integrity, honesty, and faith for character education * Short, accessible, illustrated—perfect for reluctant middle-grade readers “Everyday heroes are everyday people who find a purpose they are willing to fight for.” Perfect for a parent or teacher looking for a short, faith-friendly, character-building biography of Lincoln for a middle-grade child.