Thursday, March 15, 2012

Picture book #11 "George Did It"


Written by Suzanne Tripp Jurmain
Illustrated by Larry Day
Editor: Dutton Children's Books/ The Penguin Group 2006
Genre: Picture Story Book, Historical Fiction
Theme: Politics, Humor, Anxiety

Summary: A story about why George Washington did the things he did. Was it because of curiosity? Maybe he was just being daring and feeling adventurous. What comes to mind when you think of something the first President of the United States is known for? Now read the book and experience another side of George Washington.
Book Usage: Use this book to introduce your students or children to a portion of American History. It could be used as an introduction before beginning the topic with traditional textbooks.

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