Book Cover

Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read

Contributor(s): Hubbard, Rita Lorraine (Author), Mora, Oge (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781524768287

Publisher: Anne Schwartz Books

Hardcover
$18.99
- +
Buy

Pub Date: January 7, 2020

Dewey: B

LCCN: 2019007529

Lexile Code: 0830

Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Price on Product

Target Age Group: 04 to 08

Physical Info: 0.40" H x 11.10" L x 9.30" W ( 1.05 lbs) 40 pages

Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000507316 ( Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read)

Reading level: 4.60

Interest level: LG

Point value: 0.5

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: "A picture book biography sharing the inspiring and incredible true story of the nation's oldest student, Mary Walker, who learned to read at the age of 116"--

Review Quotes: "Inspiring" --The Wall Street Journal

"A lovely, inspirational picture-book biography about beating the odds and achieving your dreams." --Booklist, starred review

"Walker's determination and her long, long life--she died at 121--offer genuine inspiration." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Enjoy this book with every child you know; let Mary Walker become a household name." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"An absorbing narrative
and excellent illustrations combine to create a moving story of encouragement for youngsters." --School Library Journal, starred review

"A riveting portrait of a strong-willed American icon." --BookPage, starrred review

Product successfully added to cart!