Publisher Description

When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller's life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing true story is finally brought to the beginner reader level.& #160; & #160;

Back Cover

Step 4 Step Into ReadingR reading paragraphs It's time for You! Pick your favorite spot to read. This is going to be a great book! What this book is about... Helen Keller: Courage in the Dark Young Helen Keller was blind and deaf. Her world was dark and silent-until she met a wonderful teacher named Annie. Learning to Read, Step by Step! Step 1 Ready to Read Preschool-Kindergarten Step 2 Reading with Help Preschool-Grade 1 Step 3 Reading on Your Own Grades 1-3 Step 4 Reading Paragraphs Grades 2-3 Does your child read simple sentences with confidence? Newly independent readers are ready for Step 4. Challenging Vocabulary*Short Paragraphs*Exciting Fiction and Nonfiction Step 5 Ready for Chapters Grades 2-4.

Author Biography

Johanna Hurwitz is the award-winning author of more than sixty popular books for young readers, including "Faraway Summer; Dear Emma; Elisa Michaels, Bigger & Better; Class Clown; Fourth-Grade Fuss;" and "Rip-Roaring Russell", an American Library Association Notable Book. Her work has won many child-chosen state awards. A former school librarian, she frequently visits schools around the country to talk about her books. Mrs. Hurwitz and her husband divide their time between Great Neck, New York, and Wilmington, Vermont.

Description for Library

A biography of the blind and deaf girl who overcame both handicaps with the help of her teacher, Annie Sullivan.

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