The D'Aulaire's form a glowing pageant of colonial life in their depiction of our first president. From the little boy George, growing up on a Virgina plantation, through his schooling and his life on the Mount Vernon estate, this book details the experiences which brought Washington to lead the struggling colonies through a revolutionary war to freedom. Young readers will be inspired as they learn about how little George Washington grew up to become the "Father of His Country".
soft-cover, 60 pages, grades 1-6
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This resource is required for Beautiful Feet: Early American History, Intermediate
America's Providential History -- Even Newsweek now admits: “Historians are discovering that the Bible, perhaps even more than the Constitution, is our founding document.” In this enlightening book, you’ll discover the remarkable evidence for this truth. Based on the assumption that all history is Providential (i.e., that it reflects God’s purposes) you’ll learn how God’s presence was evident at our nation’s founding in the hearts and minds of the men who fought for independence and shaped the Constitution. Numerous illustrations . . .
Amos Fortune, Free Man -- Amos Fortune was born the son of an African king. In 1725, when he was 15 years old, he was captured by slave traders, brought to America and sold at auction. For 45 years, Amos worked as a slave and dreamed of freedom. At 60, he began to see those dreams come true. A Newbery Honor Book.
Leif the Lucky
by D'Aulaire -- Learn of Leif's childhood in Greenland, his voyage to Norway, subsequent conversion to Christianity, discovery of the North American continent and his evangelization of Greenland. You will be thrilled to see the important part Leif played in America's providential history.
Sacajawea, Guide to Lewis and Clark -- The fascinating story of Sacajawea, the American Indian woman who guided Lewis and Clark through the treacherous continental divide to explore the western boundaries of America. A thorough and straightfoward account of her life, along with black and white illustrations. This resource is required for Beautiful Feet: Early American History, Intermediate
Squanto - Friend of the Pilgrims -- When Squanto is a young boy living in his Indian village of Patuxet, he sees the ships of white men, and his parents warn him to stay away. Squanto is curious about the white men, and when they eventually land, Squanto befriends them in order to find out about what his mother has called their "strange magic." One of the men, Charles Robbins, takes an interest in Squanto and invites him to sail back to London and see the land of the white men. In London, Squanto proves to the people that he is not . . .
The 4th of July Story -- Alice Dalgliesh takes young readers back to revolutionary times, back to the colonists' desire for freedom and the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Simple text captures the excitement of the era, telling how word of Independence traveled up and down the thirteen colonies, touching the lives of everyday people throughout the land.
For use with Beautiful Feet's Early American History/Primary Level
The Courage of Sarah Noble -- In 1707, young Sarah Noble and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home for their family. "Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble," her mother had said, but Sarah found that it was not always easy to feel brave inside. The dark woods were full of animals and Indians, too, and Sarah was only eight! The true story of Sarah's journey is inspiring. And as she cares for her father and befriends her Indian neighbors, she learns that to be afraid and to be brave is the greatest courage . . .
The Matchlock Gun -- Winner of the Newbery Medal, this stirring tale of a small boy, his mother and younger sister, and an antique matchlock gun, is based on a true story. Recommended to go with Beautiful Feet's Early American History/Primary Level
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