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Grace's Letter to Lincoln

peter roop connie roop stacey schuett

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Grace's brother and family are part of the Wide-Awake movement, working to elect Abraham Lincoln. But Grace has to stay at home to help with chores, and never gets to be a part of the plans. She longs to make a difference but she can't figure out how, until she comes up with a very original way to make Mr. Lincoln more popular. She writes a letter to the soon-to-be president, telling him that he would be much more popular if he would only grow whiskers. This unusual letter inevitably leads to a change in Mr. Lincoln's appearance, and to the touching historic encounter between this bold little girl and the President.

68 pages, Paperback

First published January 1,1998

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Format
68 pages, Paperback
Published
September 1, 1998 by Hyperion Books for Children
ISBN
9780786812967
ASIN
0786812966
Language
English
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  • Grace Bedell

    Grace Bedell

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  • Abraham Lincoln

    Abraham Lincoln

    Abraham Lincoln (February 12, 1809 – April 15, 1865) served as the 16th President of the United States from March 1861 until his assassination in April 1865. He successfully led his country through its greatest internal crisis, the American Civil War, pre...

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peter roop

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Peter Roop is an award-winning author and educator who has written over one hundred children's books including biographies, novels, humor, picture books, and science books. Seven of his books are Reading Rainbow books, including the Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie. In 2013, the Wisconsin Library Association recognized Peter and his wife, Connie Roop, as Notable Wisconsin Authors for their body of work, and Peter has been named a Wisconsin State Teacher of the Year. The Roops live in Appleton, Wisconsin.

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Scinn
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April 17,2025
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Grace's Letter to Lincoln is the second biography aimed at young readers by Peter and Connie Roop I've read.

This book is part historical fiction and part biography. It was inspired by a letter written by then 11 year old Grace Bedell to Abraham Lincoln when he was running for president. In her letter she suggested that Lincoln try growing a beard to win votes. Grace's Letter to Lincoln includes a reproduction of the original letter at the close of the book.

Besides the history of the letter, the book covers the subjects of the Underground Railroad, women's suffrage, slavery and the early days of the Civil War. Grace's Letter to Lincoln could be a good introduction to a number of subjects but should be used in conjunction with other books or resources.
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Thomask_01
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April 17,2025
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questions asked to pen pal:

Did you like Grace's Letter to Lincoln? I did. I thought it was really cool that it was based on a true story. I also liked that I got to learn some new words and phrases like 'affectation' and 'happy as a clam at high water'. Did you learn a new word or phrase from reading the book?

How brave Grace was to suggest that Mr. Lincoln grow whiskers! Can you imagine writing a letter to President Obama? Would you ask him to grow whiskers? On page 22, Mama agrees to let Grace help make banners and to keep it a secret from Papa. Do you think this is the right thing to do? Do you think Grace should be allowed to help?

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blaise-johnson
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April 17,2025
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Wow it was based on a true story! 4/5* A few sentences seemed to be missing a word?
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Mightyenawc
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April 17,2025
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This is a pretty good story about a girl who wrote a letter to Lincoln. I would recommend this book for 2nd and 3rd graders.
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Imbadwithnames2
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April 17,2025
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I read this book for my In2Books.com pen-pal and I LOVED it. It fictionalizes a wonderful true story about the little girl who wanted Lincoln to grow 'whiskers.' Super cute. It opened a wonderful dialog with my 3rd grade pen-pal and was a great learning experience for both of us. The book includes issues about sibling rivalry, doing chores, writing, politics, the Underground Railroad and Wide Awake Movement, and even includes an actual photograph of the letter that President Lincoln wrote back to Grace.
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Ishigami45
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April 17,2025
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Very enjoyable story about the young girl, Grace Bedell, who wrote a letter to Abraham Lincoln, suggesting he might look better with a beard. Grace and her family are placed in historical context, providing a great educational opportunity to get children thinking while also enjoying a well-written book. Recommended.
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Jicetus
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April 17,2025
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"Grace's Letter to Lincoln" is a historical fiction book of the girl that wrote a letter to President Lincoln. This is a great book that allows the minds of the young readers to explore the possible life that Grace Bedell lived. I chose this book because of its historical importance. I like that it reminds us that historical people are people too.
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InSanE2720
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April 17,2025
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This is about a little girl who wrote a letter to Abraham Lincoln when he was running for election. She told him to grow a beard and he did. He liked her for that and said she helped him win the election. I would use this in a classroom when talking about what can help influence some during an election.
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