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Margaret Davidson

Helen Keller

Margaret DavidsonNonfiction | Biography | Middle Grade | Published in 1969

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Margaret Davidson

Helen Keller

Nonfiction | Biography | Middle Grade | Published in 1969
Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Alabama • Late 19th Century

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

520L

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Super Short Summary

Helen Keller by Margaret Davidson is a middle-grade biography chronicling Helen Keller's life, focusing on overcoming her disabilities after scarlet fever left her blind and deaf. Guided by her dedicated teacher, Anne Sullivan, Helen learns to communicate through American Sign Language, Braille, and eventually spoken English, achieving remarkable educational and personal milestones.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,497 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Margaret Davidson's Helen Keller is widely praised for its accessible and engaging portrayal of Keller's life, making it suitable for young readers. Reviewers highlight its inspirational storytelling and historical accuracy. However, some critics note that it oversimplifies complex events. Overall, it is a commendable introductory biography that captivates and educates.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Helen Keller?

Readers who enjoyed Helen Keller by Margaret Davidson are likely young biographical enthusiasts, age 8-12, drawn to inspiring stories of overcoming adversity. They may also appreciate books like Who Was Helen Keller? by Gare Thompson or Patricia Polacco's Thank You, Mr. Falker.

4.4

3,497 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Alabama • Late 19th Century

Publication Year

1969

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

520L

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