George Washington as he's rarely seen. Besides being a general and the first president of the United States, George Washington was also a farmer. His efforts to create a self-sufficient farm at Mount Vernon, Virginia, mirrored his struggle to form a new nation. Excerpts from Washington's writings are featured throughout this NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book, which also includes a timeline, resource section, as well as essays on Washington at Mount Vernon and his thoughts on slavery. Both illustrator and author worked closely with the staff of Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens to render an accurate portrait of Farmer George at work.
George Washington as he's rarely seen. Besides being a general and the first president of the United States, George Washington was also a farmer. His efforts to create a self-sufficient farm at Mount Vernon, Virginia, mirrored his struggle to form a new nation. Excerpts from Washington's writings are featured throughout this NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book, which also includes a timeline, resource section, as well as essays on Washington at Mount Vernon and his thoughts on slavery. Both illustrator and author worked closely with the staff of Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens to render an accurate portrait of Farmer George at work.
Farmer George Plants a Nation
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Farmer George Plants a Nation
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| ISBN-13: | 9781620910290 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Highlights |
| Publication date: | 04/01/2013 |
| Edition description: | Reprint |
| Pages: | 40 |
| Sales rank: | 95,234 |
| Product dimensions: | 9.80(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d) |
| Lexile: | AD970L (what's this?) |
| Age Range: | 9 - 12 Years |
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