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A Picture Book Of Louis Braille

by David A. Adler

2021-01-10 11:07:11

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As a child, Louis Braille lost his sight in a tragic accident—but he was determined not to let that limit him.  The young Frenchman sought every opportunity to learn, and by the time he was a teenager, began experimenting with a new form ... Read more
As a child, Louis Braille lost his sight in a tragic accident—but he was determined not to let that limit him. 

The young Frenchman sought every opportunity to learn, and by the time he was a teenager, began experimenting with a new form of writing.  Today, his system of raised dots is used by people with visual difficulties across the world. 

Backmatter includes a timeline and author''s note, as well as a page of letters and numerals in braille printing.

For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s “expert mixtures of facts and personality” (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers.


These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history, or who need reliable sources for school book reports. Less

Book Details

File size7.98 X 9.5 X 0.12 in
Print pages32
PublisherHoliday House
Publication date December 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9780823444571
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David A. Adler
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David A. Adler is the author of more than 200 books, ranging from children's series to books on math, science, and economics. His work includes the Young Cam Jansen series, the Andy Russell ...

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