Presidents of the United States (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids Series) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781683300007)

TIME For Kids presents a complete overview of our nation's chief executives from George Washington to the newly elected 45th president!Did you know that James Monroe was the first president to appear without a wig in public? Or that George W. Bush appointed the first African-American secretary of state? Presidents of the United States invites the reader inside the White House to discover fascinating facts about the U.S. commanders-in-chief-their origins, accomplishments, and place in history-as told through famous quotes, important historical dates, and a timeline of events. Special sections cover the election process, the branches of government, and the role of presidents in the expansion of our nation from before the 13 colonies through westward expansion. With more than 200 photographs, illustrations, portrait reproductions, and maps.

Author: The Editors of Time for Kids
ISBN-10: 1683300009
ISBN-13: 9781683300007
Publisher: Time for Kids Books
Language: English
Published: 01/10/2017
Pages: 80
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2016 pg. 117
Publishers Weekly 11/14/2016