The Value of Respect: The Story of Abraham Lincoln

ValueTales Series

by Ann Donegan Johnson, Steve Pileggi (illustrator)

A brief biography of Abraham Lincoln emphasizing the importance of respect of his life.

Genres: Biography, History, Childrens, Picture Books, Faith, American History, School

62 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1977

Reviews

[JD Waggy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although I'm not sure why the illustrations of adult Abe make him look like he has typhus, this is a right fine book. Having grown up on one of the three states that claims the dear departed president, Lincoln is one of those Historical Personages I've heard a lot about. To have his life here presented so succinctly is delightful. I also love the imaginary friend squirrel, a plot device used in several of the ValueTales books. It's pretty awesome to let kids know that it's totally okay to have an imaginary friend--as long as you remember it's imaginary and eventually move on. But even the Great Ones need some help sometimes, and that's a great lesson for kids to learn, on top of the whole respecting-other-people thing.

[Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had this book as a child and found it through our local library to read to my own children. It is a story about Abraham Lincoln and how because he respected others, they respected him. It is a rather long story book, but quite engaging and there are lots of tangent topics to discuss.

[Gator · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a most excellent book on Abraham Lincoln and respect. I personally found myself at times pondering deeply some things said in this book and how relevant they are. For example “ being poor is nothing to be ashamed of,” said his mother. “As long as you are honest, and respect other people, they will respect you no matter how poor you are!”
This is a fantastic book for children and a great value, respect, to teach them. Highly recommended, add it to your kids library.

[Michele · Rating 1 out of 5]

This biography begins "Once upon a time" and introduces Lincoln's friend the squirrel. Tells story of Lincoln's life leading up to the presidency. Caricature/cartoon style illustrations. Apparently Lincoln becomes very tired in 1860, that is when large shadows appear below his eyes. Full page essay of historical facts at end of story.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

My boys absolutely loved this book, and I have to agree with them. The story excellently demonstrated the idea of respect by using examples from Lincoln's life. The book was not preachy nor was it condescending... it just very gently got the point across. We don't own this, but I think I'm going to have to add it to our shelves, and I'm excited to read more from this series.

[Shelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of her favorites in the series especially for younger kids. My five-year-old loves that he lived in a log cabin of just one room and that as he read he would take notes with charcoal on pieces of wood because he didn't have paper.

We learned that if you respect others they will respect you.

[P.S. Winn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all the value time books that are great for young and old and a fun way to learn about history. Who could be more fascinating than Abraham Lincoln? The book with charming illustrations helps young ones to learn about one of the great presidents and how he overcame hardships to lead a nation.

[C.G. Fewston · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book when I was a kid and remember it fondly, and will have to revisit it with my children.

[James Hogg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun to read and inspiring!

[Prabhat sharma · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Value of Respect: The Story of Abraham Lincoln (Value Tales Series) by Ann Donegan Johnson, Illustrator -Steve Pileggi- Children’s Illustrated Colour Picture Book- The book narrates the biography of Abraham Lincoln. Important quote from the book is “being poor is nothing to be ashamed of,” said his mother. “As long as you are honest, and respect other people, they will respect you no matter how poor you are!” Abraham Lincoln resided in a log cabin of just one room and that as he read, he would take notes with charcoal on pieces of wood because he did not have paper to write upon. Message from the book is that each person has to face and overcome difficulties in life. Coloured illustrations help the reader in relating to the story.

[Elizabeth Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reread this book as I was packing this series in a box to give away. I remember my mother reading this book and the rest of the series. I learned about a famous person in history and a character trait. I truly enjoyed this series when I was younger.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

My aunt lent me this book one summer when I was a child and I loved it. Tried to locate it years later to no avail. Now that I'm a teacher, it ended up on the faculty table "Free to a Good Home". So I snatched it! Yay Me!

[Leila · Rating 3 out of 5]

Written for children and kind of beating a dead horse about the topic of respect. However, I very much enjoyed the actual facts page at the end of the story.

[Macy]

A story I read to my students to align with our standards on respect.