Abraham Lincoln
Myra Cohn Livingston
Abraham Lincoln
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Man for All the People : a Ballad
by Myra Cohn Livingston
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Abraham Lincoln wasn't just a president—he was a poet whose words helped shape a nation. Discover how his life, from humble beginnings to leading a country through its toughest times, is told through powerful poetry that makes history come alive. His story shows how courage and kindness can change the world.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This narrative poetry book introduces young readers to the life of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his journey from childhood to his presidency during the Civil War. Written at a 2nd-grade reading level, it combines historical facts with poetic storytelling to engage children ages 5-8. Parents should note that the book handles complex historical themes gently, making it suitable for early readers interested in American history.
Why we rated Abraham Lincoln 7LE
Abraham Lincoln is written at a Level 2 reading level across 32 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 3.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Abraham Lincoln works for readers up to grade 4.0.
We rate Abraham Lincoln as 7LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Abraham Lincoln explores historical, poetry, coming of age, family, and american presidents — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, poetry, coming of age.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
7LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0823410498
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Stan Clark Military Books
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction