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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Why is George Washington known as the father of our country? What was the country like when he served as its very first president? Young readers will find out as they read about his dramatic life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Washington is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In 1814, while President James Madison was living in the White House, British troops arrived in Washington, D.C., and burned down the building. Why? Young readers will find out as they read about his two terms as president, as well as his early life and his important role in creating the Constitution of the United States. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Madison is remembered and honored today. Each...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
During the 1930s, millions of Americans lost their jobs and homes because of the Great Depression. Then, in 1941, America joined the fighting in World War II. What important decisions did President Franklin D. Roosevelt make as he led the country during these difficult times? Young readers will find out as they read about his four terms as president, as well as his early life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The Fourth of July is often called our country's birthday. What important role did Thomas Jefferson have in making this American holiday possible? Young readers will find out as they read about his writing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as his early life, his ideas for shaping a new government, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jefferson is remembered and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
During his two terms as president, Theodore Roosevelt did an extraordinary amount to help Americans. He helped build the Panama Canal, created laws to protect our nation's forests and wildlife, and made foods and medicines safer for people. What was Roosevelt's biggest achievement? Young readers can choose for themselves as they find out about his overcoming of a childhood illness, his victories in the Spanish-American War, and his accomplishments...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House. What was it like living there? Young readers will find out as they read about his presidency, as well as his early life and important role in establishing the new country. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Adams is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In 1775, the American colonists began fighting a war against Great Britain to gain their freedom. Andrew Jackson was just 13 years old when he started delivering messages for American troops. How did this early experience in war shape his future? Young readers will find out as they read about Jackson's difficult childhood, his military victories during the War of 1812, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives...
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Pub. Date
[2017].
Description
"Examines the United States presidency and its historical importance. Includes biographical information about every U.S. president and information and photos of every first lady. Discusses the duties, privileges, and the broad power of the president, and examines the people who have led the country through times of poverty and prosperity, peace and war"--Provided by publisher.
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Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In 1944, Americans were fighting in World War II. As a general, Dwight D. Eisenhower planned a huge attack and helped win the war. How did Eisenhower's experience in the military shape his two terms as president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Eisenhower's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate...