Lincoln and His Boys

by Rosemary Wells

Book Overview

An intimate, moving portrait of Abraham Lincoln as rarely seen--through the eyes of his children--and captured in exquisite illustrations. Historians claim him as one of America's most revered presidents. But to his rambunctious sons, Abraham Lincoln was above all a playful and loving father. Here is Lincoln as seen by two of his boys: Willie, thrilled to be on his first train trip when Lincoln was deciding to run for president; Willie and Tad barging...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763637238
• ISBN13: 9780763637231
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.3" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

Licoln And His Boys review

This Book is great for 9-12 year old children it shows how much a dad can love their children whether their 19 or 5 and it shows a relation ship between child and father it shows that every can have a great life if they just have fun. like in this book his Abraham Lincoln takes time to play with his kids even if he has work from playing pretend horse to playing tag it should show kids that read this book that its always fun to playwith your dad. By Nathan Walsh Student at Daniel Bagley Elementry

Clearly the Best...

.. .choice for demonstrating to the young reader of either gender the toll that the heartache and pressures of the Civil War took on Lincoln. To the reviewer who complains that this is somehow so fictionalized it is "not fair" to the young reader--huh? The author even includes a note at the end explaining her documentation. Nitpicking away at the sterling quality of this book is what is not fair, in my opinion.

A Father Ahead of His Time

Several books have been written about Abraham Lincoln from the perspective of people who lived around him while he was president. Lincoln and His Boys, written from the eyes of his two younger sons, is one of the few works showing his side as a father. The book is divided into three parts, with the sons--Willy and Tad--having one part each to "write" about their experiences with their father. Staying true to the essence of the book, thus, Ms. Wells crafted a work that is filled with curious questions about things and straightforward observations about adults--ways that help nine- to eleven-year old boys understand the world around them. Rightfully, anecdotal in tone, the work presents Lincoln as a father who knows when and how to spend a good time with his children, often going against the fatherhood rules of his time (as well as presidential protocol). He was by no means perfect, but his sons enjoyed him that way. And that's what mattered in their eyes. With a tender story about a beloved historical figure, one might wonder what kind of illustrations would fit the work. Mr. Lynch's oil paintings are perfect enhancements to the book. Reviewed by D.Harms

Courtesy of Teens Read Too

2009 marks the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth. There are many things that history books may tell us about the former president, but not many show Mr. Lincoln through the eyes of his sons. LINCOLN AND HIS BOYS sets out to do just that. Through Willie and Tad we get to see a side of Lincoln we don't always see. He was playful and loving with his boys, and many times the president took refuge from the hardships of war in his children and family. Author Rosemary Wells has written a wonderfully researched story of the Lincoln family told from the point of view of Willie and Tad. I have always been fascinated with the Lincoln family and this book was a wonderful treat. The illustrations are so beautiful that they evoke emotion from the reader, and I could hear the laughter of Willie, Tad, and Mr. Lincoln playing in the White House. LINCOLN AND HIS BOYS is a great gift for history fans of all ages and a perfect way to celebrate this amazing family. Reviewed by: Sarah Bean the Green Bean Teen Queen

Inspiring

This is a beautiful book. I knew Lincoln was cool, but I had no idea how cool. I loved the voice and the way Wells fleshed out real facts to tell such a wonderful story.