The New Big Book Of U.S. Presidents [Hardcover]

Marc Frey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2005

Our original Big Book of U.S. Presidents has sold more than 200,000 copies! It was also a Scholastic Book Club Selection, and continues to be a perennial favorite in the Courage Children’s line. This updated edition features a revised profile of George W. Bush, plus a look ahead to our next president. In fact, it was published less than 3 months after the 2004 election, close to inauguration, and was one of the first books to feature a profile of the newest president. This fascinating introduction to U.S. government includes famous quotes, achievements, and a detailed timeline for quick reference to historical eras and events, plus more than 50 illustrations.

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About the Author

Mark E. Frey teaches history at Temple University.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 56 pages
• Publisher: Running Press Kids (February 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762420294
• ISBN-13: 978-0762420292
• Product Dimensions: 13.1 x 9.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,296,241 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!, January 10, 2007

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F. Kimbler (Pequot Lakes, MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The New Big Book Of U.S. Presidents (Hardcover)

This book is fantastic for students who like to have a nice overview and not be bogged down in too many details. I liked that there was a picture of each and every president (perfect for visual learners), a nice timeline throughout the book, and some other pictures of related events. I also liked how it was so up-to-date and not missing any major events in recent history. My 80+ grandmother, my 58 year old father, and I all found it very interesting. It is a book that you could pick up and learn something in just a few minutes. I bought it for my young children. I think it will be perfect for reports and helping them get a general understanding of American History and Government. I wish I would've had a book like this when I was in 4th grade learning about all the presidents for the first time.

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An ideal introduction for young readers, March 4, 2005

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This review is from: The New Big Book Of U.S. Presidents (Hardcover)

President's Day is the annual holiday in which we honor all the men who have served in the highest political office our country has -- the Presidency of the United States of America. Now in a fully revised and updated edition to include George W. Bush, and with new artwork to enhance an informative text identifying each president in our country's history, young readers will encounter fun facts such as Thomas Jefferson's personal library of approximately 6,000 books was donated by him to create the Library of Congress. Ulysses S. Grant once received a speeding ticket on his horse! Rutherford B. Hayes' wife was the first "First Lady" to graduate from college. Franklin Roosevelt was the first president to appoint a woman (Frances Perkins) to serve in the cabinet. Featuring a timeline detailing the great inventions, literature, wars, and other historical contributions that shaped the lives and offices of these men, The New Big Book Of U.S. Presidents is an ideal introduction for young readers to the lives and accomplishments of these great men.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great information!, December 27, 2010

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Cathy M. Valand-Stone (The Villages, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents: Fascinating Facts about Each and Every President, Including an American History Timeline (Hardcover)

This book is great. I used it along with the presidential flash cards for my 6-year old grandson. He loves learning about the presidents. I especially like the additional information with each president, giving information about other prominent people in that time period.