Lady Bird Johnson

Lady Bird Johnson
ISBN-10
1604533870
ISBN-13
9781604533873
Series
Lady Bird Johnson
Category
Juvenile Nonfiction
Pages
32
Language
English
Published
2007-08-15
Publisher
ABDO
Author
Joanne Mattern

Description

This book introduces young readers to the life of Lady Bird Johnson, beginning with her childhood in Karnack, Texas. Readers will become familiar with her kind heart as they learn about her years at the University of Texas, her marriage to Lyndon Johnson, and her time running KTBC radio station. Details of Mrs. Johnson's time as First Lady, including her support of civil rights, Head Start, and various campaigns to promote nature and wildlife, are also discussed. The book also notes when the National Wildflower Research Center was opened. Informative sidebars and full-color photos accompany easy-to-read, engaging text. Includes timeline, fun facts, index, and glossary.

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