A Picture Book of George Washington

A Picture Book of George Washington

Author: David A. Adler

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1430130423

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"A lively fife and drum playing Yankee-Doodle-Dandy welcome the listener...A narrative tone that is sincere and respectful and a slow, even pace afford the young listener time to absorb facts." - AudioFile Magazine


George Washington

George Washington

Author: James Cross Giblin

Publisher: Scholastic

Published: 1998-01-01

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9780590481014

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Examines the family life and career of the first American president, also discussing myths and legends, monuments to Washington, and Mount Vernon.


I am George Washington

I am George Washington

Author: Brad Meltzer

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 0525428488

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Children will want to read about our first president while discussing the presidential elections. This is the ninth book in the New York Times bestselling biography series that inspires while it informs and entertains. (Cover may vary) George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand new nation, the United States of America. With his faith in the American people and tremendous bravery, he helped win the Revolutionary War and became the country’s first president. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: George Washington's courage to set off a new course is highlighted here. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!


A Birthday Cake for George Washington

A Birthday Cake for George Washington

Author: Ramin Ganeshram

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780545538237

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An expoloration of fifty influential and inspirational women who changed the world. Everyone is buzzing about the president's birthday! Especially George Washington's servants who scurry around the kitchen preparing to make this the best celebration ever. Oh, how George Washington loves his cake! And, oh, how he depends on Hercules, his head chef, to make it for him. Hercules, a slave, takes great pride in baking the president's cake. But this year there is one problem--they are out of sugar. This story, told in the voice of Delia, Hercules' young daughter, is based on real events, and underscores the loving exchange between a very determined father and his eager daughter who are faced with an unspoken, bittersweet reality.


George Washington and the General's Dog

George Washington and the General's Dog

Author: Frank Murphy

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

Published: 2013-02-12

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 0385372817

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Children will delight at this little-known-story about our nation's first president, George Washington, that makes for perfect President's Day readers! Boom! Bang! Guns fire! Cannons roar! This Step 3 History Reader is about George Washington fighting in the American Revolution. He sees a dog lost on the battlefield. Whose dog is it? How will it find its master? Early readers will be surprised to find out what happens in this little-known true story about America’s first president. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. These books are for children who are ready to read on their own.


A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln

A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln

Author: David A. Adler

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1430130369

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"This presentation of the pertinent facts of the life, times, and importance of the sixteenth president of the United States is a good starting point for children beginning history studies and biographies." - School Library Journal


A Picture Book of Thomas Jefferson

A Picture Book of Thomas Jefferson

Author: David A. Adler

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1430130474

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A package with simple language and detailed drawings conveys information about the life and accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson.


Big George

Big George

Author: Anne F. Rockwell

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780152165833

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Portrays George Washington as a shy boy who wasn't afraid of anything except talking to people, but who grew up to lead an army against the British and serve as president of the new nation.


Revolutionary Friends

Revolutionary Friends

Author: Selene Castrovilla

Publisher: Astra Publishing House

Published: 2020-10-20

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 1635925088

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Society of School Librarians International Book Award Honor California Reading Association Eureka! Nonfiction Honor Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year Booklist Top Ten Biography for Youth Young fans of the smash Broadway hit "Hamilton" will enjoy this narrative nonfiction picture book story about the important friendship between George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette during the Revolutionary War. Lafayette has come to America to offer his services to the patriotic cause. Inexperienced but dedicated, he is a much-needed ally and not only earns a military position with the Continental Army but also Washington's respect and admiration. This picture book presents the human side of history, revealing the bond between two famous Revolutionary figures. Both the author and illustrator worked with experts and primary sources to represent both patriots and the war accurately and fairly.