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George Washington

first president of the United States
1986
Traces the life of the Virginia surveyor, soldier, and plantation owner who became the first president of the United States.

Will you sign here, John Hancock?

1976
A biography of the first signer of the Declaration of Independence outlining all that he did for himself as well as what he did for Massachusetts and his new nation.

Can't you make them behave, King George?

1977
A biography of George the Third, King of Great Britain at the time of the American Revolution.

Season of the sandstorms

2005
Guided by a magic rhyme, Jack and Annie travel to ancient Baghdad on a mission to help the Caliph disseminate wisdom to the world.

O, say can you see?

American symbols, landmarks and inspiring words
2004
Tells the stories behind nearly thirty places, objects, documents, holidays, and other symbols of importance to America, including Plymouth Rock, the Liberty Bell, the Pledge of Allegiance, and Memorial Day.

A picture book of Paul Revere

1995
A biography of the great Boston silversmith and patriot of the American Revolution, who helped his country win independence.

The kitchen

1993
Looks at the role of the kitchen in the daily life of pioneers, not just as a place for food preparation, but also as the home's social center.

The history of early New York

2003
Illustrations and easy-to-follow text chronicle the history of early New York, profiling the different groups of people who settled there.

The blacksmith

2002
Introduces the tools, activities, and importance of the blacksmith in colonial communities.

Home crafts

1993
Examines various pioneer crafts, including spinning, weaving, quilting, soap making, and dipping candles.

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