{"product_id":"honey-the-dog-who-saved-abe-lincoln-isbn-9780062699008","title":"Honey, the Dog Who Saved Abe Lincoln","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBased on a little-known tale from Abraham Lincoln’s childhood, this charming picture book written by debut author Shari Swanson and illustrated by acclaimed artist Chuck Groenink tells a classic story of a boy, his dog, and a daring rescue.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeeply researched and charmingly told, this is the true story of one extra-special childhood rescue—a dog named Honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong before Abraham Lincoln led the nation or signed the Emancipation Proclamation, he was just a barefoot kid running around Knob Creek, Kentucky, setting animals free from traps and snatching frogs out of the jaws of snakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne day, young Abe found a stray dog with a broken leg and named him Honey. He had no idea that the scruffy pup would find his way into Abe’s heart, become his best friend, and—one fateful day—save his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether shared at home or in the classroom, this is a good choice for young readers interested in true stories of U.S. presidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* Junior Library Guild Selection * 2021 Treasure State Award Finalist (Montana) * Bank Street College’s Best Books of the Year for 2021 (Ages 5-9 History) * 2022 Kentucky Bluegrass Award Winner (K-2) *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“This heartwarming story of a boy and his beloved dog opens the door for further study of our 16th president.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Swanson’s story reads aloud well. Groenink’s appealing digital illustrations portray young Abe and Honey within idyllic Kentucky landscapes and haunting, torch-lit cavern scenes. An enjoyable, Lincoln-themed picture book.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Animal lovers and history lovers alike will adore this true story about a beloved president and his cherished pet.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDena at Batch of Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888929501413,"sku":"NP9780062699008","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062699008.jpg?v=1730230122","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/honey-the-dog-who-saved-abe-lincoln-isbn-9780062699008","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}