THE LINCOLN PROJECT by Dan Gutman is the first book in the exciting new time-travel adventure series titled Flashback Four.
Four children are invited to go back in time to take a photo of Lincoln giving the Gettysburg Address. Along the way, they develop an understanding of history in general along with the specific time period of the adventure.
This fast-paced, light-hearted adventure immerses readers in history using an approach that will appeal to a broad audience.
The book includes an author’s note, further readings and websites, as well as places to visit.
Librarians will find fans of Dan Gutman flocking to his new middle grades series. Readers will particularly enjoy how the narrator jumps into the story providing historical information. The diverse cast of characters and unique approach will keep readers coming back for more.
To learn more about the author, go to http://dangutman.com/
Published by HarperCollins on February 23, 2016. ARC courtesy of the publisher.
