Zachary Taylor

United States Presidents #12

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 Zachary Taylor, beginning with his childhood in Orange County, Virginia. Information about Taylor's early career as a soldier is discussed. In addition, his family and personal life is highlighted. Easy-to-read text details Harrison's military service during the War of 1812, the Black Hawk War of 1832, and the Mexican War. Finally, students will explore key events from Whig president Taylor's administration, including the Clayton-Bulwer Treaty and the Compromise of 1850. 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: History, Nonfiction

40 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Joy D · Rating 3 out of 5]

This very short book provides a summary of the life of Zachary Taylor, the twelfth President of the US, who served in office for sixteen months before dying in office. It is geared toward children in the middle grades and covers only the basics. I particularly liked the depiction of major events of the period on a timeline but there is no in-depth analysis of these events. I will likely seek out another book that provides a more detailed account. Although this is not a book geared toward adults, I enjoyed reading it.

[Royce B · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this book was good because I love historical books. The reading age would probably be 4th grade and up. Zachary Taylor was born on November 24, 1784 in Orange County, Virginia by Richard Taylor and Sarah Taylor. What will Zachary do in his early life, presidency, and after presidency? read the book to find out!!!!!!!

[Shelli · Rating 2 out of 5]

Usually I have positive things to say about the books in this series about our nations presidents for children. The last couple I have read though, not so much. Again there was very little information that was written at an elementary school level that kids could understand and learn from. More information about what type of person Zachary Taylor was would have been helpful, something memorable to stick out for young readers.