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Lincoln and Grace: Why Abraham Lincoln Grew a Beard
Lincoln and Grace Why Abraham Lincoln Grew a Beard Author:Steve Metzger, Ann Kronheimer A fresh and heartwarming story about Abraham Lincoln and the young girl who inspired his signature beard. — Abraham Lincoln is one of the most recognizable people, let alone presidents, in the history of the United States. Perhaps it's because his face can be seen everywhere from the $5 bill in your wallet and the penny in your pocket to national... more » monuments across the country. Or maybe it's simply because of his signature beard. Could you ever picture Lincoln without it? I bet you would never guess that there is one little girl in particular to thank for Lincoln's beard.
LINCOLN AND GRACE is the story of Grace Bedell--the eleven-year-old who got a President to listen to her advice. In addition to learning the fascinating true story behind Lincoln's beard, children will love it because it shows that one voice--even one as small as their own--can matter.« less