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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1947 · Est. 3 hour read
Martha Washington
Written by Jean Brown Wagoner
Part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series
Explore the childhood of America's first First Lady and her journey to shaping a nation.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 287 ratings
192 pages· 22,013 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Discover young Martha Washington's life on a Virginia plantation, where her early experiences and social skills set the stage for her future role as the first First Lady. How did her upbringing prepare her to support George Washington and help lead a new nation? Uncover the formative years of a woman who would become a pivotal figure in American history, balancing personal joys with the weight of national expectations. This narrative biography invites readers to step back in time and witness the making of a historical icon.
From the publisher
One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics of childhood have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. These lively, inspiring, believable biographies sweep today’s young readers right into history.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- Words
- 22,013
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 600L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 824
Publication
- Published
- October 31, 1986
- First published
- January 1, 1947
- Publisher
- Aladdin Paperbacks
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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