Helen Keller
No. of pages 48
Published: 2001
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"Helen Keller" by Harriet Castor tells the inspiring story of one of the most remarkable figures in American history. Born in 1880, Helen faced the challenges of being both blind and deaf from a young age. Through determination and the help of her dedicated teacher, Anne Sullivan, Helen unlocked the world of communication and learning. The book explores her struggles and triumphs, highlighting her resilience and unwavering spirit. Helen’s journey from isolation to becoming a renowned author and activist demonstrates the power of education and the importance of overcoming adversity, making it a compelling read for all ages. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Famous People, Famous Lives .
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2001 by Hachette Children's Group .
Nick Ward is the author of Giant and Ride the Black Horse, both published by Oxford. Harriet Castor has written other titles in this popular children's series and is also author of a successful adult novel.
This book is in the following series:
Famous People, Famous Lives
Exciting stories about famous people, outlining their lives and the important events which made them memorable. Every page features easy-to-follow text and a black-and-white line drawing to help bring these events to life. Each title gives further facts about the famous person and the times in which he or she lived, plus a comprehensive time line detailing key dates.
This book features the following character:
Helen Keller
At age two, Helen Keller became deaf and blind. She lived in a world of silence and darkness and she spent the rest of her life struggling to break through it. But with the help of teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to read, write, and do many amazing things. This inspiring illustrated biography is perfect for young middle grade readers.
