A Picture Book of George Washington

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Picture Book of George Washington
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David A. Adler
Illustrated by John Wallner
Illustrated by Alexandra Wallner
SeriesPicture Book Biography
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:32
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 242
ISBN/Barcode 9780823440597
ClassificationsDewey:973.43092
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Holiday House Inc
Imprint Holiday House Inc
Publication Date 11 September 2018
Publication Country United States

Description

A simple presentation of his character and the major events of his life.

Author Biography

David A. Adler is the author of many popular books for children, including biographies, math books, and Judaica. His strong interest in history and biography led to his bestselling Picture Book Biography series. He lives in New York State with his wife and family. John Wallner has illustrated dozens of books for children, including David A. Adler's Honest Abe Lincoln- Easy-to-Read Stories about Abraham Lincoln, a Bank Street Best Book of the Year. Alexandra Wallner has written and illustrated many biographies for children about remarkable people, including Lucy Maud Montgomery, Grandma Moses, Abigail Adams, and Beatrix Potter. She and her husband live in Mexico and often collaborate on their books. Alexandra Wallner has written and illustrated many biographies for children about remarkable people, including Lucy Maud Montgomery, Grandma Moses, Abigail Adams, and Beatrix Potter. She and her husband live in Mexico and often collaborate on their books.

Reviews

"Straightforward and informative, the brief text moves easily.... This book is an excellent resource for a first or second grade classroom or library use." --The New York Times "Facts and personality are expertly mixed...." --School Library Journal