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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 9 - AR Pts: 13
Language
English
Description
"In 1776, an elite group of soldiers were handpicked to serve as George Washington's bodyguards. Washington trusted them; relied on them. But unbeknownst to Washington, some of them were part of a treasonous plan. In the months leading up to the Revolutionary War, these traitorous soldiers, along with the Governor of New York William Tryon and Mayor David Mathews, launched a deadly plot against the most important member of the military: George Washington...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
Complete with period paintings and photos, a comprehensive guide provides profiles, biographies, administration highlights, and political and personal accomplishments of every president in the history of the United States, along with a review of Air Force One, the Secret Service, and a look at the various Presidential retreats.
Author
Series
Encyclopedia of presidents volume 1
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Traces the life of the Virginia surveyor, soldier, and plantation owner who became the first president of the United States.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset and Dunlap
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution"--Amazon.com.
15) Abraham Lincoln
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Pub
Pub. Date
2001.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
As President, Abraham Lincoln fought for freedom and equality for all Americans. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DORLING KINDERSLEY READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. This biography of one of the most famous and recognizable American presidents mark DK's commitment to bringing US...
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset and Dunlap
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Born to a family of farmers, Lincoln stood out from an early age-literally! (He was six feet four inches tall.) As sixteenth President of the United States, he guided the nation through the Civil War and saw the abolition of slavery. But Lincoln was tragically shot one night at Ford's Theater-the first President to be assassinated. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations and maps are included.
Author
Series
Publisher
Harcourt Children's Books
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Presents the lives of the presidents, focusing on their roles as parents, husbands, pet owners, and neighbors, while also including humorous anecdotes about hairstyles, attitudes, diets, fears, and sleep patterns.
18) Barack Obama
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
"Barack Obama is famous for his meteoric rise to the presidency of the most powerful country in the world--the United States. This is the story of how he realized his dreams--a story of success, resilience, and perseverance that enabled him to become one of the most admired leaders the world has ever seen"--
19) U.S. Presidents
Author
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
A trivia book combines engaging facts about the American presidents with illustrations and skill-reinforcing quizzes.
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