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Bully for You, Teddy Roosevelt!

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Overview & Summary

This biography traces the extraordinary life of Theodore Roosevelt from a sickly, asthmatic childhood through his transformation into a rugged cowboy, war hero, conservationist, and eventually the youngest U.S. president, capturing his famously boundless energy and larger-than-life personality. Jean Fritz's engaging, fact-packed style makes the biography accessible and entertaining for younger readers.

Available Formats

  • 📖Hardcover
  • 📱Kindle
  • 📖Paperback

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Who This Book Is For

A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.

Grade LevelMiddle (6-8)
Lexile ComplexityMiddle School (800L - 1100L)

Why CE Recommends This Book

Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Middle (6-8).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for Middle School (800L - 1100L).
Subject Alignment: Enhances historical understanding and essay writing in History.
Reading Goal: Lexile growth, classroom discussion readiness & essay depth.