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Random House Books for Young Readers, 2018-27-02

Brave Clara Barton

Brave Clara Barton

Step Into Reading

Frank Murphy, Author

Sarah Green, Illustrator

Paperback

9781524715571

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This Step 3 beginning reader presents a biography of Civil War nurse and founder of the American Red Cross Clara Barton, a woman who outgrew her girhood shyness to became a fearless "Angel of the Battlefield." Full color.
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With clarity and heart, this story honors Clara Barton’s unwavering resolve to help others. Her courage and compassion unfold through accessible text and expressive illustrations, inviting young readers to see bravery not as boldness alone, but as steady dedication in the face of need.

Keywords and Themes: Biography & Autobiography • Bravery • Compassion • Courage • Dedication • Historical • History • Inspiration • Integrity • Juvenile Nonfiction • Leadership • Responsibility • Service • United States - 19th Century • Women

Readability • 2.8

Age Range • 5-8

Pages • 48

Subjects • American Red Cross • Nurses • United States • Women • Barton • Clara

Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Women • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Historical • Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States - 19th Century

A Step 3 beginning-reader biography of Civil War nurse and founder of the American Red Cross Clara Barton!

Meet a woman who outgrew her girhood shyness to became a fearless "Angel of the Battlefield"! This Step 3 biography follows Clara as she helps her brother recover from a terrible injury, overcomes her timidity and works as a teacher, and finally fights her way to the front lines of the Civil War, where she helps soldiers wounded in battle. Clara's story is a testament to the strength and grit of women, and is a role model who trancends history. Sarah Green's lovely and delicate illustrations render Clara's life in an appropriate and approachable way for young readers.

Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

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