Dona Herweck Rice

George Washington : One-of-a-Kind President Dona Herweck Rice 1st edition

Discover the life and leadership of the first president of the United States, in a narrative biography that helps children understand how one person can shape history. ,

In George Washington: One-of-a-Kind President, children follow his journey from leading the American colonies through the Revolutionary War to helping guide a brand-new nation as its first president. With helpful historical context about the people and events of his era, kids can see how leadership, responsibility, and character can influence the future.

Full-color photographs and illustrations bring Washington's world to life and support understanding along the way.

George Washington: One-of-a-Kind President
* Highlights George Washington's leadership and lasting influence on the United States
* Includes a timeline linking George Washington's life to world events and important moments in history
* Provides engaging activities that connect to his experiences and role in shaping a new nation

Add context, color, and character to history with George Washington: One-of-a-Kind President!

The One-of-a-Kind series takes a fresh look at history's most fascinating figures, going beyond the biographies you may already know by adding context, color, and character to each person's story. Instead of focusing only on major accomplishments, these books weave in the wider world around each historical figure-what else was happening at the time, who influenced them, and how their actions helped shape the era they lived in-so children can better understand why their contributions still matter. Each title also includes a timeline that connects the person's life to key events in history and engaging activities that help bring their experiences and ideas to life.