The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents: Fascinating Facts about Each and Every President, Including an American History Timeline [Hardcover]

Todd Davis (Author), Marc Frey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 3, 2009 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

Up to Date for 2008!

This is the perfect introduction for young readers to the lives and times of America’s 43 most influential leaders. Just as the new president is inaugurated, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president’s term in office, and the major political issues of each era. Quick-reference sidebars provide brief summaries of the major events and important people who emerged during each presidential term. Famous quotes and fun facts about each president ensure that this perennial favorite continues to be an entertaining and enlightening addition to any child’s library.

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About the Author

Todd Davis received his BA in history from the University of Washington, his MA in history from Ohio University, and his PhD at Temple University. He lives in New York City.

Marc Frey received his BA in history from Duke University, and both his MA and his PhD in History from Temple University. He lives in Potomac, MD.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 56 pages
• Publisher: Running Press Kids (February 3, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076243337X
• ISBN-13: 978-0762433377
• Product Dimensions: 13 x 10 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > Politics & Government
  • #8 in Books > Children's Books > Biographies > U. S. Presidents & First Ladies
  • #23 in Books > Children's Books > History > United States

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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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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

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.