washington, george

A short history of the Continental Army's desperate winter at Valley Forge in 1777, written in graphic novel format, focusing on the events leading up to that fateful encampment and Washington's struggle to keep his army together.

Describes the historical events surrounding George Washington's famed crossing of the Delaware River, and posescritical thinking questions for the reader to debate his decision making process.

Brief profiles of the first five Presidents of the United States describing how each helped to shape the nation from 1750 to the early 1800s.

Describes the significant contribution Dolley Madison made to the United States when she saved a picture of George Washington.

Surveys the life of George Washington, the son of a Virginia tobacco planter who became the first president of the United States.

Describes the life of the first U.S. president, George Washington, discussing his roles in the American Revolution and the creation of the U.S. government.

Recounts the events at Valley Forge at the end of 1777, discussing how they led to a key turning point in the Revolutionary War.

Describes the history of the Virginia estate that was home to this country's first president and is now maintained as a national landmark.

A illustrated biography of George Washington, especially his youth, which emphasizes his determination and his contact with the wilderness of the frontier as major influences on his life.

Thirty-three stories of unsung heroes whose actions and sacrifices helped George Washington in winning the American Revolutionary War.