George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself

George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself offers a fascinating look into the life and times of our nation’s first president. Readers ages 9 and up can explore Washington’s years as a young Virginia gentleman, his military battles, and his political contributions to a fledgling nation. Using common household items and minimal supervision, kids enjoy 25 hands-on activities to help them learn about this legendary figure in American history. Young readers will create a surveyor’s map, cook Washington’s favorite hoecakes, write with a quill pen, make a replica of Washington’s battle sword, and much more. George Washington includes biographical sidebars, illustrations, and historical facts that allow kids to explore the life of George Washington in a fun, hands-on way.