Big George: How a Shy Boy Became President Washington
Big George: How a Shy Boy Became President Washington
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Big George: How a Shy Boy Became President Washington

Written by Anne Rockwell & illustrated by Matt Phelan
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6 - 9
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Sep 1, 2015
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A boy from Virginia becomes the first president Before he was the face on the dollar bill, George Washington was a shy boy with a hot temper. But George had character and adaptability. He taught himself courage and self-control. At an early age, and without really realizing it, George Washington gathered the qualities he’d need to become one of the greatest leaders America has ever known. Anne Rockwell’s prose is dignified, Matt Phelan’s illustrations are striking, and the details they reveal about George Washington’s early days are fascinating, sometimes tragic, and always moving. Includes an author’s note.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780544582460
    Publication Date
    September 1, 2015
    Publisher
    HMH Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    48
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    6 - 9 years

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