Brave Clara Barton (Step into Reading)

Murphy, Frank

ISBN 10: 1524715573 / ISBN 13: 9781524715571

Published by Random House Books for Young Readers, 2018

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00103909394

Synopsis:

A Step 3 beginning-reader biography of Civil War nurse and founder of the American Red Cross Clara Barton!

Meet a woman who outgrew her childhood shyness to became a fearless "Angel of the Battlefield"! This Step 3 biography follows Clara Barton as she helps her brother recover from a terrible injury, overcomes her timidity, and works as a teacher, and finally fights her way to the front lines of the Civil War, where she helps soldiers wounded in battle. Clara's story is a testament to the strength, grit, and persistence of women; Clara Barton is a role model who trancends history. Frank Murphy provides little known anecdotes about Clara's life and journeys with easy-to-read, lively writing. Sarah Green's lovely and delicate illustrations render Clara's life in an appropriate and approachable way for young readers.

Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

About the Author: FRANK MURPHY has taught a wide variety grades at the elementary school level - he currently teaches sixth grade. A history-chaser, Philadelphia 76ers fan, and popular speaker, Frank is the author of many fun historical fiction books for young readers. including several popular Random House Step into Reading History Readers.  

SARAH GREEN is a RISD-educated designer and illustrator based in California. Her work has been featured in 3x3 Magazine, and she has received several awards from the Society of Illustrators.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Brave Clara Barton (Step into Reading)
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Soft cover
Illustrator: Green, Sarah
Condition: Very Good