George, Thomas, and Abe!

Frank Murphy has taught a wide variety of grades at the elementary and middle school level. A popular speaker, Murphy is the author of many fun historical fiction books for young readers. He lives in Holland, PA.

MARTHA F. BRENNER is the author of four books for children. Years after writing the beginning reader edition of Abe Lincoln’s Hat (Step 3 Step Into Reading), she visited Lincoln’s home in Illinois. A tall “stovepipe” hat hung in the front hall, as if the great man had returned to be her guide. She and her husband live in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Richard Walz is the illustrator of many humorous historical Step into Reading books. He lives in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Donald Cook is the illustrator of many children’s books including the popular The Bravest Dog Ever: The True Story of Balto. He lives in upstate New York.