Born:October 30, 1949
Cincinnati, Ohio,
United States Of America
Current Home:
Cincinnati, Ohio,
United States Of America
Louise Borden
Biography
Louise Borden was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1949. Inspired by a grandmother who loved history, Borden grew up fascinated by the stories of ordinary people and their relation to historical events. An avid reader of nonfiction and historical fiction, Borden majored in history at Denison University. She worked as a teaching assistant and later as a teacher for young children, and realized a lifelong dream when she became co-owner of The Bookshelf, a bookstore in her hometown of Cincinnati.
In 1971, Borden (then Walker) married Peter Borden. It was when the younger of their two daughters started elementary school that Borden began work on her first children's book, Caps, Hats, Socks, and Mittens: A Book About the Four Seasons. Her love of history has come into play in many of the books that have followed, as has her experience — through both teaching and parenthood — with children's thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Borden enjoys playing tennis, watching baseball (she's still an avid fan of the Cincinnati Reds), and reading, a pastime which keeps her mindful of the interests of her audience.
Visit Louise Borden's Web site at www.louiseborden.com.
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A. Lincoln and Me
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A. Lincoln and Me
by Louise Borden and Ted LewinA young boy whose birthday falls on February 12th develops an interest in and an affinity for Abraham Lincoln. In poetic language, he notes the similarities between himself and his hero. Lincoln was tall for his age, skinny, and gawky, and so is he. If Lincoln could go on to greatness, then there is hope for him. Through the boy's reflections, readers will learn something about the nature of our 16th president. If at times the narrator's interest seems to border disquietingly on obsession, it does help see him through some teasing at school. Borden's text flows nicely, creating imagery of the physical presence of the man. Lewin's distinctive watercolors lend style and substance to the book, producing a treat for the eyes.
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Ages 4-8 $6.99
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Caps, Hats, Socks, and Mittens
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Caps, Hats, Socks, and Mittens
by Louise W. Borden and Lillian Hoban?Borden takes children around the calendar and introduces them to the uniqueness of each season?. Ebullient.? - Booklist
Big Books feature exceptional illustrations or photographs supporting the text. Includes an activity-packed Teacher?s Guide to aid in exploring learning opportunities.
Set Includes:- 1 Big Book
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Grades K-2 $24.95
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