Tad Lincoln's Restless Wriggle

2023 Young Readers Award Winner, Colonial Dames of AmericaBank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year“Anderson’s lively text offers anecdotes along with insights into how Tad’s high-spirited escapades may have given Lincoln welcome relief from his weighty responsibilities. Created using ink, watercolor, and gouache, Schindler’s lively illustrations bring a lesser-known White House resident to life within a distinctive period setting. A vivid introduction to Tad Lincoln.” —Booklist“Learn about the Lincoln family through the life of their youngest child… the story’s strength lies in its quiet depictions of Abraham Lincoln and his wry humor that many children’s history books ignore. The fine-lined and delicately colored illustrations capture the energy of the day and don’t sugarcoat the Whiteness of Lincoln’s world; most of the Black characters depicted are servants. Readers fascinated by this glimpse into Tad’s story will want to know more, and caregivers and educators will delight in the extensive bibliography and source notes that will aid that exploration. A lively glimpse into the Lincoln home.” —Kirkus Reviews“Anderson skillfully shows the relationship Lincoln had with his son [Tad]…She includes stories of Tad’s antics in front of adults and his empathy for others, both of which lifted the President’s spirits during wartime. The text reads aloud smoothly. S.D. Schindler’s use of India ink, transparent inks, watercolor, and gouache illustrations are light and delightful…detailed historic touches abound which make the depiction of 1863 feel authentic.” —School Library Connection

Beth Anderson, a former English as a Second Language teacher, has always marveled at the power of books. With linguistics and reading degrees, a fascination with language, and a penchant for untold tales, she strives for accidental learning in the midst of a great story. Beth lives in Loveland, Colorado where she laughs, ponders, and questions; and hopes to inspire kids to do the same. She’s the award-winning author of “Smelly” Kelly and His Super Senses; Lizzie Demands a Seat!, and An Inconvenient Alphabet. Beth has more historical gems on the way.

S.D. Schindler embraces the inventive spirit every time he illustrates a book–and he has illustrated many! An award-winning and best-selling illustrator, his recent titles include- We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt by Susan Pearson, Hornbooks and Inkwells by Verla Kay, and The Unforgettable Season by Phil Bildner. His books have won a Parents’ Choice Award for Illustration, a Smithsonian Award for outstanding natural history title, and a Best Book selection by School Library Journal.

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