Crossing the Delaware: A History in Many Voices

Crossing the Delaware: A History in Many Voices

Written by: Louise Peacock
Illustrated by: Walter Lyon Krudop

"The Revolution did seem nearly over in the harsh winter of 1776. The Continental Army, led by General George Washington, had suffered many defeats and had made many retreats. Now the soldiers found themselves encamped on the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River, across from three Hessian regiments occupying the town of Trenton, New Jersey. Tired, cold, ill-clothed, and ill-equipped to fight, most of them were ready to go home when their enlistments were up. Only decisive action could possibly win General Washington a battle -- and save the Revolution.

A variety of voices in a variety of forms -- a present-day narrator, the letters of a fictional soldier, and true accounts from the time -- are brought together with period images and Walter Lyon Krudop's dramatic art to make vivid the critical moments of Washington's crossing of the Delaware. Readers cannot help but come away with a new appreciation of what the Battle of Trenton means for us today."

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Online Resources:
http://chnm.gmu.edu/acpstah/units_acps.php?acpstahid=3

John, Paul, George & Ben

John, Paul, George & Ben

Written and Illustrated by: Lane Smith

"Once there were four lads... John (Hancock) , Paul (Revere) , George (Washington) , and Ben (Franklin) . Oh yes, there was also Tom (Jefferson) , but he was always off doing his own thing, so people usually forgot about him. The lads were always getting into trouble for one reason or another. Johns handwriting was bigger than all the other kids. Paul's ear-splitting job as a bell-ringer made him speak a LITTLE TOO LOUDLY all the time. George was too honest for his own good. Ben was always talking in proverbs.... And Tom, well, he was just plain independent. But somehow, these five lads grew up to start a revolution that would change this country forever. Legendary artist Lane Smith has created a totally fresh and funny way to learn about the Founding Fathers of our country with just a few liberties mixed in."

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Online Resources:
http://www.colquitt.k12.ga.us/public_lib/book%20pages/john_paul_george__ben.htm

George Washington's Breakfast

George Washington's Breakfast

Written by: Jean Fritz
Illustrated by: Paul Galdone

"Born on February 22, George Washington Allen wants his life to be just like his namesake’s, President George Washington. There is one problem. George doesn’t know what
President Washington ate for breakfast."

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Online Resources:
http://www.georgewashington.si.edu/kids/portrait.html

A Picture Book of George Washington

A Picture Book of George Washington

Written by: David A Adler
Illustrated by: John Wallner and Alexandra Wallner

"A book which uses pictures and words to describe the life of America’s first president. Share this read-along with young readers eager to learn more about our nation's history."

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Online Resources:
http://www.georgewashington.si.edu/kids/portrait.html

Meet George Washington

Meet George Washington

Written by: Patricia A. Pingry
Illustrated by: Stephanie McFetridge Britt

"This biography allows young readers to see George Washington not only as the first president of the United States, but also as a youngster with hopes and dreams. They'll discover that young George dreamed of becoming a military officer like his half-brother Lawrence; that he rode a ferry to his little schoolhouse; and that he was always polite.

All schoolchildren learn about Washington's important role in American history, but here they'll discover the human side of the first president as child, young adult, war hero, and statesman."

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Online Resources:
http://www.georgewashington.si.edu/kids/teacherguide.html