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Language
English
Description
"In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution"--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Big Buddy Books, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"This biography introduces readers to George Washington including his military service, early political career, and key events from Washington's administration including creating the first presidential cabinet and creating a financial plan for the new nation. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
A thorough, illustrated biography discussing Washington's childhood, his career, his family, and his term as the first president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension. The United States Presidents series chronicles the lives of our nation's leaders, including some of the most famous figures in American history....
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
"This is the story that I tell my grandchildren at Christmas. I hope that this book will bring the tradition of sharing history to families all across America."
-- Lynne Cheney
Christmas night, 1776, was a troubled time for our young country. In the six months since the Declaration of Independence had been signed, General George Washington and his troops had suffered defeat after defeat at the hands of the British. It looked as though our struggle...
11) Presidents' Day
Author
Language
English
Description
Simple text explains why and how we celebrate Presidents' Day and how the holiday evolved from celebrating the birthdays of presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
Author
Publisher
Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
This title will introduce little readers to the 1st president of the United States, George Washington. Readers will gather basic, biographical information about Washington through easy-to-read, simple text. Theyll also love the historical photographs and images, the More Facts section, and bolded glossary terms.
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Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"George Washington was one of the most influential figures in American history. How did the first president of the United States become such a strong leader? Learn about Washington's life and accomplishments, including his time working as a land surveyor and planter, his service in the Virginia militia and the French and Indian War, and his position as commander in chief ot the American army."--
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Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Yes, George Washington was the first U.S. president, but what did he do before that? A whole lot! This attention-grabbing biography has all the answers, including many surprising facts that will have readers wanting to share Washington's story with family and friends. Charming cartoons of Washington intermingle with historical paintings and images, while entertaining, accessible text makes getting to know George an achievable and motivating experience...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Learn all about George Washington, one of the most important figures in American history, in this colorful, inviting, and entertaining biography. This carefully leveled reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the historians of tomorrow!