Will Rogers: An American Legend
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Book Overview
"A man only learns by two things," Will Rogers said. "One is reading, and the other is association with smarter people." Will Rogers loved people, and adventure, from the time he was a young boy. As a... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0152024050
ISBN13:9780152024055
Release Date:August 2002
Publisher:Silver Whistle Books
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.95 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.8" x 11.2"
Age Range:4 to 7 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 2
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
a great history lesson
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This is a simple and delightful children's picture book that introduces today's children to an American legend. The book tells of childhood in Indian Territory, where he learned "to ride and rope as well as any boy or man" . It also tells of his love of books. This provides younger readers with lots of great information on a hero of long ago that they may have never even heard of. All in all it's a great little history lesson.This is a lovely story that will excite children's imagination, and the beautiful illustrations will charm young and old alike. We recommend this book for kids ages 4-8 who have an interest in cowboys.
First Rate! Sincere & Accurate.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
These two Oklahomas haven't just written for merely commerical reasons. If you knew Keating & Wimmer, you would find two men who's lives truly reflect the values, humor and worldview of Rogers in ""American Legend" There may be other more exhaustive works on Rogers, but "American Legend" is great for those who want a reflective and finely illustrated portrayal of this storied personality. Our autographed copy will always occupy a special place in our home.
Introduces Children to Good Role Model
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
In today's world, entertainers seem to enjoy being negative and antagonistic. Will Rogers, through his humor, taught the value of all humanity and the desire to make the world a better place. And he seemed to enjoy himself as an entertainer and eagerly accepted the role as a spokesman for the common man. Keating's book serves as an excellent introduction for children to Rogers, a role model worthy of emulation. As Rogers once said, "Live your life so that when you loose, you are ahead."
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