Product Description

The award-winning AmeriTales book series uses fantasy-adventure stories to introduce children to American History. AmeriTales brings the childhood myths and legends of America s greatest leaders to life. In this story, the legendary tale of young Abraham Lincoln trekking deep into the forest to borrow books is brought to life. A fearful Abe encounters bloodthirsty mosquitoes and wild animals roaming about. Embedded with powerful messages about reading and the environment, the surprising way young Abe conquers his fear will give children a glimpse into how he grew up to become the man they know as President Lincoln.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1392870 in Books
• Published on: 2007-11-13
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 56 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780979873904
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review
Abraham Lincoln and the Forest of Little Pigeon Creek is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards honors excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. An esteemed panel of judges includes education, media and other experts as well as parents, children, librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business professionals, authors, scientists and others. A sampling of the panel members includes: Dr. Twila C. Liggett, Ten-time Emmy-winner, professor and founder of Reading Rainbow; Julie Aigner-Clark, Creator of Baby Einstein and The Safe Side Project; Jodee Blanco, New York Times Best-Selling Author; LeAnn Thieman, Motivational speaker and coauthor of seven Chicken Soup For The Soul books; Tara Paterson, Certified Parent Coach, and founder of the Mom's Choice Awards. Parents and educators look for the Mom s Choice Awards seal in selecting quality materials and products for children and families. This book/product has been honored by this distinguished award --Mom's Choice Awards

Named a 4-Star Reviewers' Choice by About Families Magazine. Brightly colored illustrations enhance this charming adventure story about the early life of one of our greatest presidents. A must read where fact and a bit of fiction combine to teach children valuable lessons about respect for animals and facing one's fears. --About Families Magazine

This revolutionary approach to children s literature both amuses children while familiarizing them with well-known American icons. The book s, designed for children ages 4-9, include bold illustrations, colorful language and action-packed settings. --Curriculum Review- A Monthly Report on What Works in Our Schools

About the Author
T.D. Carter is the author of the first three titles in the AmeriTales book series. With the AmeriTales series, Carter seeks to make real-life American heroes interesting to today s kids by focusing on the tall tales and legendary adventures from the childhood of these great leaders. As an advocate of childhood literacy, Carter utilizes the popular action-hero story-telling technique to make these historical characters more appealing to children. While Carter writes to entertain, she also writes with a purpose. Each AmeriTales story provides a valuable lesson in character education. In fact, Carter has been recognized for her efforts to create quality family-friendly books. Her debut book, Abraham Lincoln and the Forest of Little Pigeon Creek, received a Mom s Choice Award.

Customer Reviews

Reviewing: Abraham Lincoln and the Forest of Little Pigeon Creek
As a history major in College and a parent, I know history does not have to be drab and boring. One example of a children's series that works really well is the Magic Tree House series and all of the related spin-offs. There two fictional children via a magic tree house are transported back in time to actual historic events and are able to experience them first hand. In this case, the first book in a planned series, the work is based on a fictional story built around a real historical character.

Set in 1818, Abraham Lincoln is nine and walking through the forest of Little Pigeon Creek with his best friend, Jack, who happens to be a turkey. The young Abraham Lincoln is desperately trying to convince himself that he isn't afraid despite the fact that the forest smells, has lots of scary noises and bugs, and all the rest of what one would expect in a forest. For Jack, everything is fine and as he chases a bug here and there, he can't understand why Abraham would be afraid because everything seems to be normal to him.

The only reason Abraham Lincoln is walking deep into the forest is because that is where Old Man Crawford lives in his house. He has a book that Abraham has been itching to read and probably will loan to him for a little while. The journey to his house and back as well as a follow-up journey to return the book provides the adventure and learning moments for the young Abraham Lincoln as well as readers.

The result is a charming children's book with colorful detailed illustrations and a powerful message regarding reading and the environment. Both are very important, as the book makes clear as it does the secondary theme of overcoming obstacles in life.

While marketed and aimed at four to nine year olds, the text itself may reside above their abilities despite a short glossary of terms used at the back of the book. The illustrations though, know no boundaries, and are sure to delight young and old alike. The overall result is a good children's book that parents and others can feel comfortable with young children reading and learning from. It starts the series well and one hopes that future planned editions featuring Amelia Earhart, Thomas Edison, Jackie Robinson and Sitting Bull will meet if not exceed this strong standard.

Kevin R. Tipple (copyright)2008

Finally a readable, exciting historical book of fiction for children.
This book by T.D. Carter is easy to read and is superbly illustrated. Not only is it informative, it is action packed and a fun read. Please give us more!

A great book for children, both boys and girls!
This book is both entertaining and educational for grade school children! I hope to see many more of the same high quality in the near future.