As a teen I loved reading works by Mr. Emerson and collecting his quotes. As a result, I thoroughly enjoyed reading a short biography about his life. Ms. Kerley presents the spirit of Ralph Waldo Emerson and his development of a thinker, orator, and writer well. This book focuses on his love for his home town, Concord.
Author's note includes more facts about him. In the back, teachers will appreciate a section where Ms. Kerley focuses on a quote by Mr. Emerson and then follows with activities and questions to provoke understanding and thought.
I loved the end pages which are scattered with quotes by Mr. Emerson.
I am not sure how much elementary students will appreciate the book unless they know more about his works.
The illustrations are creative and whimsical.
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