Dear Mr. Washington
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

Dear Mr. Washington

By Lynn Cullen, Nancy Carpenter (Illustrator)

Kids' antics threaten chaos during Washington's portrait session.

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32 pages
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Charlotte, James, and baby John must behave when George Washington visits for a portrait session with their father, Gilbert Stuart. Despite their best efforts, mischief ensues, leading to apology letters and a memorable painting. Can they master manners in time to avoid disaster and earn dessert? Discover the hilarious chaos that unfolds in this historical tale.

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Based on the true story behind Gilbert Stuart’s famous portraits of Washington, this funny historical read will leave rascals, ruffians, and troublemakers of all ages laughing.

Charlotte, James, and baby John have promised to be on their very best behavior for when George Washington comes to have his portrait painted by their father, Gilbert Stuart. But, it seems like every time George Washington comes to visit, Charlotte has to write another apology letter, even when they try to follow George Washington’s Rules of Good Behavior. If these whippersnappers want any dessert, they are going to have to learn some manners—and fast! What results is a hilarious chain of events, a giant mess…and a painting that will be remembered for centuries to come.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD760L
Themes & topics
Books about George WashingtonBooks about manners and etiquetteBooks about social themesBooks about siblingsBooks about habits and behavior
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.9
F&P level
~R
Publication
Published
January 8, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780803730380

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