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Take the Lead, George Washington (Turning Points)
Take the Lead George Washington - Turning Points Author:Judith St. George The inspiring biography of our first president?s childhood years — — George Washington wanted to be a Virginia gentleman like his brother Lawrence until he got the chance to go on a wilderness trip as a surveyor's assistant. It was a difficult?and even dangerous?journey. At times, George got discouraged, but his grit and determination kept him g... more »oing. This early trek into the American frontier was a turning point for George, and it proved he was ready for any challenge?from being a general in the Revolutionary War to becoming the first president of the United States!
Full-color illustrations. Includes bibliography!
?Both writer and illustrator have been so thorough in their renderings of Washington's life that older readers could actually use this book as a starting point for research on George Washington?. A must have for parents and librarians alike.?
?Children?s Literature
?Both words and art dramatically capture? and chart Washington's personal evolution.?
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About the Turning Point series:
Sometimes there is a happening in our lives that changes the way we think about ourselves and sends us along a new path. These turning points can come when we are young?thorugh a person we meet, an experience we have, a difficulty we overcome.
Since 1789, only a small number of people have been president of the United States. What has made these individuals unique? Was there a turning point in their lives that caused them to change direction and set them on a path that led them to the White House?