George Washington for Kids

George Washington comes alive in this fascinating activity book that presents his hopes and fears, successes and failures. For example, as a young man,Washington’s actions helped draw Great Britain and France into war. And thought he fought for liberty and independence, he owned slaves. This book bares the man behind the myth, allowing kids to connect with his story in 21 hands-on projects based on his experiences and the times in which he lived. Children learn how to write with a quill pen, follow animal tracks, roll a beeswax candle, play a game of Quoits, and make a replica of Washington’s commander-in-chief flag. The text includes a time line, glossary, websites, travel resources, and a reading list for further study.