Books with title Presidents' Day

From the duo who created the classroom called "a charmed place" comes a patriotic primer for picture-book readers. Today at school we celebrated Presidents' Day by putting on a play. Mrs. Madoff said I could be George Washington because his birthday is the same as mine. Charlie was Abraham Lincoln because he's the tallest kid in our class. Everyone else had very important parts to play, too. At the end of the day we voted for class president, and you'll never guess who won!

Presidents Day was established back in 1880 to honor George Washington, the first president of the United States. Over the years, it has become a holiday to celebrate the careers of many of Americas other illustrious commanders in chief. Simple text explains the origins and history of the holiday while photographs present the many ways people celebrate our nations leaders on this one special day.

On the third Monday in February, we celebrate Presidents' Day. Originally meant to honor George Washington, and then later, Abraham Lincoln, this important holiday now honors all presidents who have served our country. Readers will learn about the holidays interesting history, and why its important to honor our nations leaders on the third Monday of February.