Synopsis
A biography of George Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army and first president of the United States.
School Library Journal
Gr 1-4-Easy-to-read biographies of "American people who did great things for the United States." Each title discusses the family, childhood, school years, and achievements of its subject. Information is presented in two-page chapters in large type. Well-captioned, full-color photos, reproductions, maps, and illustrations appear on every page and add to the appealing layout. Bright green boxes highlight interesting facts. Each title also includes a list of places of interest to visit. These highly accessible books present adequate information on popular individuals. Worthy additions to presidential biography collections.-Shauna Yusko, King County Library System, Bellevue, WA Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.