George Washington: First President of the United States by Carol Greene, Steven Dobson (Illustrator)

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Synopsis

Young children can now enjoy a biography series written just for them. "Rookie Biographies" introduce the beginning reader to interesting people who helped shape history. With short, easy-to-understand text, historical photos, and eye-catching illustrations, these introductory biographies will motivate children into wanting to learn more about noted individuals. Each book includes a index.

Annotation

A simple biography of the first president of the United States.

School Library Journal

Gr 2-3-- A biography that's interesting and easy-to-read. The print is large; the sentences are short and to the point, incorporating details such as young Washington's 110 rules about manners. The clearly reproduced illustrations appear in both full color and black and white, and enhance each page; one bird's-eye photo of Mount Vernon today is exceptional. The perspective is fair, as Greene comments both on Washington's mistakes and his humility. A well-organized book with an open, attractive format. --Eowana Bradley Jordan, Westgate Elementary School, Manassas, VA