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Big George: How a Shy Boy Became President Washington
Average rating
4 out of 5
Based on 150 Ratings and 46 Reviews

Book Description
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 kno... More
Book Information
PublisherRandom House Books For Young Readers
BindingHardcover (5 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages48
ISBN-100152165835
ISBN-13978-0152165833
Publication Date06/30/2008
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About Anne Rockwell (Author) : I've been writing and illustrating picture books for more than 40 years. One of my biggest pleasures is meeting parents of young children who tell me how much they enjoyed my books when they were chil... more
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8/12/2009 Anne Rockwell said: This book is beautifully illustrated by Matt Phelan

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