A boy from Virginia becomes the first presidentBefore he was the face on the dollar bill, George Washington was a shy boy with a hot temper. But Ge...
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Mar 10, 2009
Tasha
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George Washington was a tall, shy boy who loved to spend time on his own in the woods. He learned from his half brother to be a Virginia gentleman, and loved to read books about ancient Roman heroes like Cincinnatus. George grew into a man who worked on mapping the colony, loved the outdoors and excelled at sports, but he didn’t like to talk. He could never find the right words unless he was angry. Throughout this fascinating picture book, readers discover Washington’s path to greatness and
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Aug 12, 2010
Kori
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We are major G.W. fans! And we really enjoy this book, however there are some things in it that bother me greatly, and so in my copy I have modified these things.
Be mindful of the de-emphasis of God's protection over Washington on the pages following the crossing of the Delaware, and the hint of feminism on the back page note.
On these pages discussing his "luck" during Braddock's defeat and his immunity to smallpox, it seems to be written as an attempt to bel More...
Be mindful of the de-emphasis of God's protection over Washington on the pages following the crossing of the Delaware, and the hint of feminism on the back page note.
On these pages discussing his "luck" during Braddock's defeat and his immunity to smallpox, it seems to be written as an attempt to bel More...
Sep 09, 2011
Lisa
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A biography of George Washington that is also a picture book is hardly comprehensive, but this book is informative in a way that will entertain young and old readers. The interesting illustrations are very expressive; however, unfortunately most of the expressions are scowls.
This picture may even make your children scowl:
I have always loved reading biographies, and in the third, fourth, and fifth grade I read everyone in the school library.I plan to read this book More...
This picture may even make your children scowl:
I have always loved reading biographies, and in the third, fourth, and fifth grade I read everyone in the school library.I plan to read this book More...
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Sep 02, 2011
Tanya
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Great children's book... biography about George Washington. Great way to discuss the time period. I liked the inherent lessons like:
You can have a difficulty or weakness (like shyness) and still accomplish great things.
Being strategic and smart can have positive outcomes.
You can have what seem to be like significant disadvantages and tragedies in life and still leave your mark and be triumphant.
As much as I liked the book, I was not much a fan of the illustrations. Ge More...
You can have a difficulty or weakness (like shyness) and still accomplish great things.
Being strategic and smart can have positive outcomes.
You can have what seem to be like significant disadvantages and tragedies in life and still leave your mark and be triumphant.
As much as I liked the book, I was not much a fan of the illustrations. Ge More...
Sep 19, 2011
Vivian
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Join Anne and Matt have combined creative forces to introduce young children to George Washington in this large picture book format. Don't be surprised if you learn a thing or two yourself! The book inspires a myriad of webbing activities. After reading this account you and your child (or class) could learn about Cincinnatus, a Roman farmer and leader, for instance. Develop a list of skills to acquire. On George's list were penmanship, manners, memorization, riding horseback, fencing, and m More...
Feb 23, 2009
Heloyce
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A picture book but with some interesting facts about the life of our first President, George Washington. Although he was shy as a boy, he became a distinguished leader of both the military and the nation. As the book states, "...he worked hard to become a man who was polite and clever, fair and wise, loyal and true." Traits needed then. Traits needed now.
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Feb 24, 2010
Rachel
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love this book. follows george washington's life from a shy young boy to a tall, strong young soldier to the great president he became. great for walking through the am rev war highlights and better understanding franklin and george's role in the nation's beginning.
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Apr 09, 2009
Sam
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Very informative look at good old G.W.'s pre-Father of the Country/1st president years. Who knew he had a nasty temper, or that he was such a looker that all the girls around his Virginia home wanted to dance with him at the balls? Not I. An enjoyable biography.
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Jun 02, 2009
Anne
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Biography/history/showing a different side than many young readers will know of the first president. I found the cover art slightly scary--it reminded me of Heathcliff or a haunted 19th-century composer, but I liked the inside art.
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May 28, 2011
Teri
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It's always nice to find a good biography--and this one is very well written about George Washington.
Oct 18, 2009
Paige
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good information (I hope) on Washington in a format that would not loose children or adults. :)
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Apr 06, 2011
Karyn
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An excellent biography of George Washington. A little long for young children.
Jul 08, 2009
Shaneen
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I was surprised at how much information could be in a picture book.
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Mar 07, 2010
Sara K.
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Great picture book about one of our favorite Virginians!
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Feb 04, 2009
Laura
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A solid intro biography. But why are all the people frowning in the illustrations?
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