Honey, the Canine Who Saved Abe Lincoln

Primarily based on a little-known story from Abraham Lincoln’s childhood, this charming image e book written by debut writer Shari Swanson and illustrated by acclaimed artist Chuck Groenink tells a traditional story of a boy, his canine, and a daring rescue.

Deeply researched and charmingly advised, that is the true story of 1 extra-special childhood rescue—a canine named Honey.

Lengthy earlier than Abraham Lincoln led the nation or signed the Emancipation Proclamation, he was only a barefoot child operating round Knob Creek, Kentucky, setting animals free from traps and snatching frogs out of the jaws of snakes.

Someday, younger Abe discovered a stray canine with a damaged leg and named him Honey. He had no concept that the scruffy pup would discover his method into Abe’s coronary heart, change into his finest good friend, and—one fateful day—save his life.

Whether or not shared at dwelling or within the classroom, this can be a good selection for younger readers curious about true tales of U.S. presidents.