9781604534795

George Washington

Format: Hardcover

ISBN13: 9781604534795

Hardcover|9781604534795


Overview

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.

ISBN-13

9781604534795

ISBN-10

1604534796

Weight

0.55 Pounds

Dimensions

8.00 x 0.25 x 8.00 In

List Price

$35.64

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

40 pages

Publisher

Abdo Group

Published On

2009-01-01



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