Franklin Delano Roosevelt for Kids: His Life and Times with 21 Activities Volume 24 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781556526572)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt's enduring legacy upon the history, culture, politics, and economics of the United States is introduced to children in this engaging activity book. Kids will learn how FDR, a member of one of the founding families of the New World, led the nation through the darkest days of the Great Depression and World War II as 32nd U.S. President. This book examines the Roosevelt family--including famous cousin Teddy Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt--as well as FDR's early political career and subsequent 12 years in office during some of the most fascinating and turbulent times in American history. Interspersed throughout are first-hand accounts from the people who knew FDR and remember him well. Children will also learn how his personal struggles with polio and his physical disability strengthened FDR's compassion and resolve. In addition, kids will explore Roosevelt's entire era through such hands-on activities as staging a fireside chat, designing a WPA-style mural, sending a double encoded message, hosting a swing dance party, and participating in a political debate.

Author: Richard Panchyk
ISBN-10: 1556526571
ISBN-13: 9781556526572
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2007
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 8.44h x 10.96w x 0.42d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2007 pg. 182
Voice of Youth Advocates 10/01/2007 pg. 366 - Recommended - Readable
Booklist 11/15/2007 pg. 34