Books with title DK Biography: George Washington

Let your children learn about George Washington in this beautifully illustrated book and inspire then to love history. Author Lori Kaiser illustrates the story of our first president using original drawings as well as familiar pictures from the National Archives. Your child will love learning about the "Father of our Nation" in a way that will keep them wanting to read it over and over again. Instill patriotism in your child while they are young, and they will be forever dedicated to the principles that made our nation great.

George Washington is probably our most famous American. He is a real hero of American history. He was handsome and hard working. He was smart and brave. George was from Virginia. And, oh, yes-he was the first president of the United States! These popular 14-page, Biography Funbooks include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. These Biography Funbooks will engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group-reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses.

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 George Washington, beginning with his childhood in Virginia. Information about Washington's early careers as a surveyor and soldier are discussed. In addition, his family and personal life, as well as his retirement years as manager of Mount Vernon are highlighted. Easy-to-read text details Washington's military service during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Washington's political career as a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses and delegate to the First and Second Continental Congresses and the Constitutional Convention are discussed. Finally, students will explore key events from President Washington's administration, including creating the first presidential cabinet, planning Washington DC, and creating a financial plan for the new nation. 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.

George Washington Carver was probably the most famous African American scientist. His discoveries revitalized farming in the South. He created more than 300 products that could be made from peanuts! That isn't even counting what he did with sweet potatoes and pecans! Wow! What a farming wizard! This popular 14-page, Biography Funbooks include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. These Biography Funbooks will engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group-reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses.

Most people today know George Washington because his head is on the money we use and because there are memorials to him across the country (including his face on Mt. Rushmore and the towering Washington Monument in Washington D.C.). There are counties and cities named after him, and children hear almost unbelievable stories about this impressive man. You may know Washington’s name, but perhaps you've wondered, "What's so great about him?” This book (part of the “What’s So Great About…”) series, gives kids insight into life, times and career of Washington.