George Washington: A Picture Book Biography
George Washington: A Picture Book Biography
Now available in paperback, James Cross Giblin and Michael Dooling bring the story of the first president to life for a new generation of readers.
George Washington, beloved “Father of His Country,” left behind no children of his own. Instead he left a nation to which he’s dedicated life. Here is his story.
Beginning with his childhood in a large, close-nit family on a Virginia farm, we follow him through his life. There is a tragedy with the death of his father, then his adored half-brother. After he grew up, George joined the Virginia militia and fought bravely in the wild Ohio country. Returning to Mount Vernon, he met and married the widow Martha Custis. But soon there came a new call to duty.
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A Visual Classic,
This book is visually stunning and provides an excellent overview of the life of George Washington. The pictures engaged my children (and myself) to the text. As a homeschooler, I was very impressed with the quality of this inexpensive book – a true treasure!
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|My favorite book about George Washington.,
Beautiful painting-like illustrations and just the right amount of text per page make this book a winner. Very interestingly written and even though it is for children, I learned a bit about Washington.
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|Wonderful Story and Stunning Illustrations…,
Out of all the books we have read in honor of President’s Day, this one stands head and shoulders above the pack. The story is superbly written and the illustrations by Michael Dooling are gorgeous. Giblin weaves from facts a story that is entertaining and educational. His writing personalizes the life of George Washington without getting too mushy for adults or too bogged down in language that children don’t understand. He even debunks the myth of the cherry tree in a separate section entitled “More about George Washington”. I originally borrowed this book from the library but purchased it here on Amazon to add to our personal collection. It’s THAT good!
Enjoy,
Cris
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