Theodore (Paula Wiseman Books) [Hardcover]

Frank Keating (Author), Mike Wimmer (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Paula Wiseman Books

His name was Theodore, but he is remembered as Teddy. As a young boy, he was a dreamer and a reader and had a curiosity about life he could never satisfy. As the youngest man to ever be president, he led a nation to greatness and he made every day count.

Frank Keating's telling of incidents in Roosevelt's rich and varied life reminds readers how one person can make a difference. Mike Wimmer's exuberant paintings make Roosevelt come to life a century after his presidency.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Starred Review. Grade 2-6–This handsome, well-researched biography is as dignified as its subject. Using a spare, readable style, the author captures Roosevelts spirit and determination. Frequent childhood illness and a fascination with animals and the natural world made Roosevelt an avid reader. Nevertheless, he traversed the globe with his family: By age fifteen…I had hunted jackals on horseback, climbed the Great Pyramid, and peered into a volcano. Beginning with the diary he kept at age 10, he wrote 35 books in his lifetime. He was also a rancher, hunter, soldier, father of six, governor of New York, and the nations youngest president. Though Keating takes the liberty of narrating the text in the first person, the liberal use of quotations lends authority and authenticity to the account. Readers will note that although the subject suffered from asthma and poor eyesight, he was able to prevail through hard work and integrity. Each page of italicized text is printed on what appears to be aged parchment; it faces one of Wimmers luminous oil-on-canvas illustrations. The accomplished paintings further reveal the subject and his world–be it reading in his sickbed, examining a nest of baby birds, riding a camel, playing with his children, or giving a speech. Libraries that own Judith St. Georges Youre on Your Way, Teddy Roosevelt (Philomel, 2004) will still want to purchase Keatings book as it covers more of the mans life and is more eloquent, concise, and attractive.–Barbara Auerbach, New York City Public Schools
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About the Author

Frank Keating, the governor of Oklahoma for two consecutive terms from 1995 to 2005, is the author of Will Rogers: An American Legend, which received the Golden Spur Award of the Western Writers of America. Mr. Keating lives with his wife, Cathy, in Washington, D.C.

Mike Wimmer has illustrated many books for children, including Home Run: The Story of Babe Ruth by Robert Burleigh, which was named an ALA Notable Children's Book and was called a "grand slam" in a starred review in Publisher's Weekly. He also illustrated Flight: The Journey of Charles Lindbergh by Robert Burleigh, which received the Orbis Pictus Award for nonfiction. He lives in Oklahoma with his family.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books; First edition (January 3, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0689865325
• ISBN-13: 978-0689865329
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,212,326 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful intro to TR, February 15, 2006

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Cam Op (Oklahoma City, OK United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theodore (Paula Wiseman Books) (Hardcover)

Second in the series of books on great Americans by former Oklahoma Gov. Frank Keating. Truly one of the most amazing people in American history, TR overcame a sickly childhood to become a robust and active man. His life is part of our country's history and he truly was a man for all seasons. The illustrations by Oklahoma artist Mike Wimmer are detailed and colorful and bring TR's incredible story to life. The book makes a great gift for kids, but adults will like it too. Highly recommended......

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book, July 18, 2007

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Teacher (IN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theodore (Paula Wiseman Books) (Hardcover)

I am teaching a unit on great leaders and citizens. This book is perfect because it is precise enough that it can be read as a read-aloud, but it is also detailed enough that one can find at least 27 qualities or traits about Teddy Roosevelt. The illustrations are also amazing. They are extremely realistic and capture Teddy's personality.

2 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars This is a book for Ages 4-8!, March 3, 2006

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Bob "Bob" (Tulsa, OK USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Theodore (Paula Wiseman Books) (Hardcover)

I missed that fact before ordering. If your looking for a clildren's book this one is well done.