Woodrow, The White House Mouse [Paperback]

Shaw Barnes (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Learn about the White House with President Washingtail and his family as they live, work, and play alongside the human President of the United States.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Children...and grown-ups, too, will enjoy this entertaining account of being president and living in the White House. --Children's book & Play Review

Woodorw is the mouse for all seasons! --California Educator

Lively. --Child Magazine --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.

Every four years, like the rest of us do, The mice of the nation elect someone, too! Living in Washington's grandest old house, A leader respected--a president mouse! --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Inc.; Reprint edition (February 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439129524
• ISBN-13: 978-0439129527
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.3 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #347,773 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All About the Presidency, February 12, 2001

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Roz Levine - See all my reviews

This review is from: Woodrow, The White House Mouse (Paperback)

Peter and Cheryl Barnes have taken the stuffiness out of the office of the presidency and written a picture book full of solid information that's perfect for youngsters 4-8 years old. Told in rhyme, Woodrow G. Washingtail's administration parallels that of his human counterpart. From his inauguration to work in the oval office, from sending bills to congress and meeting with foreign heads of states, to hosting the Easter egg roll and artistic events in the East Room, Woodrow explains how the president does his job. Cheryl Barnes' charming, detailed illustrations show actual White House rooms, furnishings and decor and Woodrow's first lady Bess is even wearing Mamie Eisenhower's gown, at the inauguration ball. At the end of the book, there are historical notes for teachers and parents, about the presidency and White House, to help expand discussions and lessons. Woodrow the White House Mouse is a delightful book, chock full of fun facts, history, and amusing descriptions that kids will find interesting and enjoy again and again.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Books For Young Children on this Topic!, February 20, 2003

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Mary K. "RFJ" (North Carolina, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Woodrow, the White House Mouse (Hardcover)

My daughter (toddler) got this book for Christmas, and asks for us to read it again and again. She also enjoys looking at the beautiful illustrations all by herself.

The book explains what every kindergarten student should know about the Presidency by using animals to grab the attention of young readers. It is not over simplified, leaving plenty of room for questions and looking up supplimental information.

There are not a lot of resources for parents who have very young children interested in government. The books in this series are very age-appropriate and informative. Even if your child is not specifically interested in government, it is a good story with some beneficial information.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars History that's FUN for kids!, April 12, 2000

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G. Keucher "Mom 'o 4 boys" (Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Woodrow, The White House Mouse (Paperback)

My boys(4 and 2)LOVE this book and others by Peter and Cheryl Barnes! It is fun for me to read to them, and the illustrations are fantastic. Just enough history in this story about a mouse president in the white house! A section at the end for parents and teachers includes historical information that you can share with your children.