First Look at America's Presidents
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
The 32nd President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
During the 1930s, millions of Americans lost their jobs and homes because of the Great Depression. Then, in 1941, America joined the fighting in World War II. What important decisions did President Franklin D. Roosevelt make as he led the country during these difficult times? Young readers will find out as they read about his four terms as president, as well as his early life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways FDR is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Abraham Lincoln
The 16th President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
In 1861, the Civil War began. People in the North and the South fought against each other. How did Abraham Lincoln rise to the challenge of leading the nation during this difficult time? Young readers will find out as they read about his early life and his presidency. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Lincoln is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Ronald Reagan
The 40th President
by Jim Gigliotti
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
Before becoming president, Ronald Reagan acted in more than 50 Hollywood films, but what else do you know about our 40th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Reagan's early life, his achievements as president, as well as the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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John Adams
The 2nd President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
John Adams was the second president of the United States, but he was the first to move into the newly built White House. What was it like living there? Young readers will find out as they read about his presidency, as well as his early life and important role in establishing the new country. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Adams is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Grover Cleveland
The 22nd and 24th President
by K. C. Kelley
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
Grover Cleveland is the only president to serve two nonconsecutive terms, but what else do you know about our 22nd and 24th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Cleveland's early life, his achievements as president, and the ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Harry S. Truman
by Kevin Blake
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
When Harry S. Truman became president in 1945, he faced tough decisions. He needed to bring an end to one of the deadliest wars in history-but how? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Truman's early life, his achievements as president, as well as the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Theodore Roosevelt
The 26th President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
During his two terms as president, Theodore Roosevelt did an extraordinary amount to help Americans. He helped build the Panama Canal, created laws to protect our nation's forests and wildlife, and made foods and medicines safer for people. What was Roosevelt's biggest achievement? Young readers can choose for themselves as they find out about his overcoming of a childhood illness, his victories in the Spanish-American War, and his accomplishments as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Roosevelt is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Thomas Jefferson
The 3rd President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
The Fourth of July is often called our country's birthday. What important role did Thomas Jefferson have in making this American holiday possible? Young readers will find out as they read about his writing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as his early life, his ideas for shaping a new government, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jefferson is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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William McKinley
The 25th President
by Diane Bailey
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
William McKinley was assassinated six months into his second term as president, but what else do you know about our 25th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about McKinley's early life, his achievements as president, as well as the ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
by Miriam Aronin
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
In 1944, Americans were fighting in World War II. As a general, Dwight D. Eisenhower planned a huge attack and helped win the war. How did Eisenhower's experience in the military shape his two terms as president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Eisenhower's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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John Quincy Adams
The 6th President
by Diane Bailey
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
John Quincy Adams is the son of John Adams, a Founding Father and President, but what else do you know about our 6th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Adams's early life, his achievements as president, as well as the ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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James Monroe
The 5th President
by K. C. Kelley
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
Young James Monroe fought in the Revolutionary War and almost died when he was shot during a battle, but what else do you know about our 5th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Monroe's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Lyndon B. Johnson
by Kevin Blake
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
After the assassination of President Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson became president. He was an influential leader who fought for civil rights and led the country through one of history's most divisive wars. In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Johnson's early life, and his achievements as president, as well as the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Woodrow Wilson
by Miriam Aronin
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
When Woodrow Wilson became president in 1913, the United States was a very different country from the one it is today. Women did not have the right to vote, and many children worked long hours in unsafe factories and mines. Wilson wanted to change things and work to help people who had few rights. In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Wilson's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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Andrew Jackson
The 7th President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
In 1775, the American colonists began fighting a war against Great Britain to gain their freedom. Andrew Jackson was just 13 years old when he started delivering messages for American troops. How did this early experience in war shape his future? Young readers will find out as they read about Jackson's difficult childhood, his military victories during the War of 1812, and his two terms as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Jackson is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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James Madison
The 4th President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
In 1814, while President James Madison was living in the White House, British troops arrived in Washington, D.C., and burned down the building. Why? Young readers will find out as they read about his two terms as president, as well as his early life and his important role in creating the Constitution of the United States. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Madison is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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George Washington
The 1st President
by Josh Gregory
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
Why is George Washington known as the father of our country? What was the country like when he served as its very first president? Young readers will find out as they read about his dramatic life and important role in history. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Washington is remembered and honored today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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James K. Polk
The 11th President
by Diane Bailey
Part of the First Look at America's Presidents series
During his one term as president, James K. Polk helped expand the United States so that it stretched from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, but what else do you know about our 11th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Polk's early life, his achievements as president, and the ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and rich photos and illustrations are sure to capture the interest of emergent readers.
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