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Did George Washington really chop down the cherry tree?How was James Madison a father if he didn't have any children?Where in the White House did William Howard Taft get stuck?HAIL TO THE CHIEF! The commander in chief is the leader of our nation the president of the United States. Here's your chance to learn about the presidents' inaugurations and important political achievements, as well as their nicknames, hobbies and even what kind of foods they did (and did not) eat. Discover how life in the White House has changed, and the diverse ways the First Ladies helped America.Best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis packs fan facts and coot quotes into his signature question-and-answer format. Detailed timelines make it easy to follow the major landmarks in American history. Presidential portraits and humorous illustrations make the design very inviting.Who knows? After you learn so much about the presidents, maybe you'll want to run for office someday, too!
Series: Don't Know Much About...
Hardcover: 64 pages
Publisher: HarperColl; 1st edition (December 24, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0060286156
ISBN-13: 978-0060286156
Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 9.1 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #660,324 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #237 in Books > Children's Books > Biographies > Political #1981 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > United States
Do you know who was the youngest president ever elected to office, who served the shortest term, and who served the longest? Do you know which president had fifteen children, which was an avid fisherman, and who brought a goose, wallaby, donkey, lion cub, raccoon, two cats, twelve dogs, and birds to the White House when he moved in? The answers to these questions and much, much more can be found in Kenneth Davis' marvelously entertaining and engaging, Don't Know Much About The Presidents. Written in an easy to read, question and answer, conversational format, Mr Davis packs this book chock full of historical information, fun facts, and trivia. Learn about each of our 43 president's talents, idiosyncracies and family, his inauguration, important achievements, and life in the White House during the time he served. Each biographical spread is complemented by Pedro Martin's charmingly witty and humorous illustrations that enhance the text and just add to all the fun. With a detailed timeline highlighting important and interesting historical events running continuously along the bottom of each page, Don't Know Much About The Presidents is a treasure trove of fun and information that's perfect for kids 8 and up. So find out which president's good luck charm was a red carnation, and enjoy!
I like this book because it tells me all the facts aboutthe presidents and I love to study presidents. My 14 yearold sister needed help with her report on Theodore Roosevelt andFranklin D. Roosevelt and she asked me because she knew I wouldknow some things! I have checked "Don't know much about thePresidents" out of the library and since I have to take it back,my dad said he would buy me my own copy to keep!
This book is a wonderful introduction to learning about the presidents, even for younger children who express an interest. Our five-year-old is a good reader, and can manage much of this book herself. A great one to keep in the back of the car for short (or long) trips. Or pick a president each night to learn about at bedtime. This book is written at a level that can be appreciated by the younger set, but because it's got a sense of humor and some fun facts about each president, will also be enjoyed by older children (and adults!). We're enjoying re-learning about the presidents again with our daughter!
This book is a wonderful introduction to learning about the presidents, even for younger children who express an interest. Our five-year-old is a good reader, and can manage much of this book herself. A great one to keep in the back of the car for short (or long) trips. Or pick a president each night to learn about at bedtime. This book is written at a level that can be appreciated by the younger set, but because it's got a sense of humor and some fun facts about each president, will also be enjoyed by older children (and adults!). We're enjoying re-learning about the presidents again with our daughter!
This was OK however rather short. It only pointed out four or five facts about each president with some quaint illistrations plus a time line, and that's all there was to it. Don't expect to learn much about the Presidents. It's meant for 8 to 12 year olds. I felt the advertisement should have pointed that out.
My 8-year-old daughter has literally memorized this book. I think what's so engaging are the quirky facts and the way they're presented. She has now asked me to get her any books I come across by Kenneth Davis. What more can you ask for: a book that is so educational but one that kids will read over and over, all of their own initiative.
My 3rd grader was learning about presidents in school, so I got her this to supplement her school work with casual reading. She enjoyed it and will still go back and read bits a pieces over again at her leisure. Holds up nice, too. I'm sure it will make through my other two kids as they get older.
We bought this book for our grandchild. My wife, who taught history to high school seniors, couldn't put it down. I also enjoyed it immensely. This is an informative book for any age and a great help in trivia contests.
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