National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln
by Caroline Crosson Gilpin
National Geographic Books 2012
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- leadership
- perseverance
- freedom and equality
- courage
- citizenship
- American history
About this book
This Level 2 National Geographic Kids Reader introduces Abraham Lincoln with clear, age-appropriate text and vivid photographs. Young readers learn how Lincoln grew up, led the nation through the Civil War, and helped end slavery, with vocabulary support and fun facts along the way. It’s perfect for emerging independent readers in grades K–3 who enjoy true stories about important people in American history. Kids are drawn to the engaging visuals, short chapters, and bite-sized facts that make history feel accessible and exciting.
Setting: United States, frontier to Washington, D.C., 1809–1865 (Civil War era)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln right for my child?
Yes — National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include leadership, perseverance, freedom and equality.
How long does it take to read National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln takes around 7m to finish. The book has 980 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln have an AR quiz?
Yes — National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln?
National Geographic Readers: Abraham Lincoln has an AR reading level of 3.1, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.