Warren G. Harding

United States Presidents #29

by Heidi Elston

The United States president preserves, protects, and defends the U.S. Constitution. Each president's term influences events in America and around the world for years to come. This biography introduces young readers to the life of Warren G. Harding, beginning with his childhood in Blooming Grove, Ohio. Information about Harding's education at Ohio Central College and his early career as a newspaper publisher is discussed. In addition, his family and personal life is highlighted. Easy-to-read text details Harding's political career as an Ohio state senator, lieutenant governor of Ohio, and a U.S. senator. Finally, students will explore key events from Republican president Harding's administration, including the Fordney-McCumber Act of 1922, the Washington Conference on Limitation of Naval Armaments, and the Teapot Dome scandal. Beautiful graphics showcase the primary source documents and photographs. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars help put essential information at students' fingertips. In addition, a quick-reference chart provides easy access to facts about every U.S. president. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Genres: Nonfiction, History

40 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Shelli · Rating 3 out of 5]

This picture book collection of mini presidential biographies is a nice introduction into learning a bit about each president. They are written in a way that elementary age students can understand and they have many memorable interesting facts. I would absolutely encourage any parent or educator to read the entire series in order with their children to aid them in U.S. and Presidential history. My daughter and I have both learned so much and have greatly enjoyed them.

This particular edition was not as good as some of the others in the series, but was still helpful in giving some information on Harding.