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Link Across America: A Story of the Historic Lincoln Highway

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Mary has a tremendous interest in preserving the Lincoln Highway. Having been an elementary school teacher she presents her story to children in an interesting and informative way. This is a story that all ages need to hear about America's first "coast-to-coast" highway. In our town, Grand Island, we have an original-mile section of paving of the Lincoln Highway, which was the second such "Seedling Mile" (as those first-paved sections were called) in the United States. This book is about a man's (Carl Fisher) dream of creating a highway acorss America. It tells of the struggle and dedication to build the highway as no government money was available for such projects at the time.

Reading Mary Elizabeth Anderson's "Link Across America: A Story of the Historic Lincoln Highway" was a pure delight!

I heard about this book from a friend of mine. I thought it would be the perfect Christmas present for my nine-year-old nephew. Luckily, I read it before I wrapped it up as a present.

Having grown up in Iowa myself, I related to all of the small towns and points of interests Ms. Anderson described in her book. I have seen so many of the Lincoln Highway signs in my lifetime, but never thought twice about the signs. I had no idea the Lincoln Highway spanned 12 states. I also learned what a "seedling mile" was for the first time in my life.

Basing the book on transportation history for children is something I know my nephew will find so interesting. And oh, those pictures! I remember passing through and seeing Lincoln Highway signs as a child.

This is a book I hope my nephew will enjoy reading and treasure. I know I enjoyed reading "Lincoln Highway."

I now live in Northern California and am close to the historic Lincoln Highway. I now have a richer understanding and view when I see one the old signs.

Abbie McElroy, a six year old reader from Nebraska--I like to learn about the old times. This book was fun because it talks about kids my age who are in school. They asked a lot of the same questions I was thinking about. Wow, it's hard to believe you had to go across the country in a wagon or train before the Lincoln Highway was made. I wish they still did that. The map in the back of the book is neat. I think it's fun to see where I live and where the Lincoln Highway goes.I also liked to read about the jokes. Please read this book. It is cool.

Mary Elizabeth Anderson's LINK ACROSS AMERICA is an informative and entertaining way for young and old alike to learn about the Lincoln Highway. The book combines facts, photos and entertaining Burma Shave jingle signs to help keep children interested in the topic while they read.

The history reflected makes you appreciate the roads we travel, instead of just taking them for granted. I must admit that I attended Seedling Mile School in Grand Island, Nebraska for 3 years and only recently learned why it was called such when I read Ms. Anderson's book. I had no idea the struggles made by so many to put together this road that I travel so often.

I highly recommend LINK ACROSS AMERICA to anyone with an interest in American history.

I was interested in the subject, but it was not described as a children's book, which it is. The information is correct, but very basic, and written so that a child may understand. I have just about every other book ever written on the Lincoln Highway, and was anxious to read new material. I don't think this was advertized as a children's book. If it had been, I would not have purchased it.

My husband and I are getting ready to make a trip from the West Coast to the Midwest, and I remembered reading the book, "Link Across America". This book taught me a lot about the highway. I decided to re-read the book and thought I'd like to share it with other readers. So, please, research this book if you are planning a trip down the Lincoln Highway.

As the Educational Liaison to schools for the National Lincoln Highway Association, I have used this book, or suggested its use, by the teachers who teach a unit of the LH's history to their students. It is great source of overall information about the highway, presented in an easy to understand format for children. I highly recommend this enjoyable and informational book to all who have traveled or will be traveling our nations highways. A great source to use in a study of transportation.

Capturing a segment of the American transportation legacy, Link Accross America is an enriching children's book focusing on a highway crossing the USA. It is dirrected towards young readers yet providing ample information that most adults just don't know. Everyday history surrounding a nation's roadway is presented to readers or listeners in a format that helps the learner to absorb while also encouraging a curiousity in the past. Illustration, photos, a varying narrative, and a changing book composition demonstrates a text for a larger audience. Road builders, drivers, an older generation, and a growing country are shown using paragraphs grouped into bite sized chunks. Numerous characters add to the narration in telling how a highway came to be. This is a great book because it reinforces history in a way that shows a society progressing through time. I think it is a wonderful book for the mid elementary grades!

Mary Anderson wrote a delightful history of the Lincoln Highway. She reminded us of how hard travel was in the days of dirt roads. She told of the hard work, the pride, and the importance of building seedling mile road sections. The illustrations, photos, and Burma-Shave Jingles were an added bonus to a wonderful story.

LINK ACROSS AMERICA provides interesting insights into the history behind the Lincoln Highway. While it is geared for children, it appeals to all ages. I have fond memories of walking up and down Lincoln Way in Ames, Iowa, while in college. Now living in Pittsburgh, maybe I'll have a chance to explore the eastern stretch of the highway sometime. I look forward to sharing this book and the heritage of the highway with my young boys.