Happy Easter! Below are a dozen eggcellent Easter picture books. Some tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection and others feature the Easter bunny or Easter egg hunts.
After looking at the book recommendations, don’t forget to check out the Easter-themed crafts (some make cute Easter decorations), math activities, and snacks at the end of the post.
Picture Book Recommendations
The Easter Bunny’s Assistant by Jan Thomas is a lesson in how to color Easter eggs given by the Easter Bunny and his assistant, Skunk. Unfortunately, Skunk gets excited easily, which makes the process a smelly affair. Kids will enjoy this humorous lesson in egg dying.
A Very Happy Easter by Tim Thornborough tells the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection while paying special emphasis on how different people felt. In addition to sharing the Good News about Jesus, the book teaches empathy by asking kids to mimic the characters’ facial expressions and to think about how they felt.
The Parable of the Lily by Liz Curtis Higgs, illustrated by Nancy Munger is about a girl named Maggie who receives a box of dirt from her father with a mysterious plant’s bulb in it. She is disappointed with the gift, forgets about it for a while, and then throws the bulb outside. On Easter morning, she discovers that the bulb has grown into a beautiful lily. On most of the pages a Bible verse shows how Maggie’s story mirrors Jesus’ life on Earth and how God the Father must have felt that the precious gift of His Son was undervalued and unappreciated. And just as God forgives us for our sins, the books ends with Maggie’s father forgiving her for not appreciating his gift sooner.
The Story of the Easter Bunny by Katherine Tegen, illustrated by Sally Anne Lambert tells how the Easter Bunny got his start making eggs and delivering Easter baskets on Easter morning.
Happy Easter, God by Elspeth Campbell Murphy, illustrated by Jim Lewis is a series of poems that celebrate what children love about Easter. Each poem is paired with an illustration and a Bible verse.
That’s My Colt: An Easter Tale by Dandi Daley Mackall, illustrated by Chris Ellison tells the story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, His death, and His resurrection from the point of view of Matthias, the boy who owned the colt that Jesus rode into Jerusalem.
Turkey’s Eggcellent Easter by Wendi Silvano, illustrated by Lee Harper is about a group of farm animals who want to win an Easter egg hunt prize by finding one of the special eggs, but they can’t participate in the hunt because it is only for children. The animals disguise Turkey different ways so he can find a special Easter egg, but each attempt to get an egg is foiled. The animals’ shenanigans are sure to delight readers of all ages!
God Gave Us Easter by Lisa Tawn Bergren, illustrated by Laura J. Bryant is about a father bear telling his daughter about the meaning of Easter and how God gave us Easter so that we could be with Him forever.
Benjamin’s Box: The Story of the Resurrection Eggs by Melody Carlson, illustrated by Jack Stockman tells the story of Jesus from His triumphal entry into Jerusalem through His resurrection from the point of view of a boy named Benjamin, who has an empty treasure box that he fills up with meaningful objects that he finds or is given during key events. Although this book can stand alone, it is designed to be read while children open resurrection eggs.
Last One in Is a Rotten Egg! by Diane deGroat is about Gilbert, Lola, and their older cousin Wally, who is very competitive. At the Easter egg hunt there are two prizes: one for finding the golden egg and one for finding the most eggs. Wally is so determined to win that he steals the golden egg from Lola despite already having the most eggs. Using Wally’s competitiveness against him, Gilbert tricks Wally into dropping all of his eggs. Gilbert returns the golden egg to Lola and wins the prize for finding the most eggs. When Gilbert gives his prize to Wally because it rightfully belongs to him, Wally learns that how you treat people is more important than winning.
Easter Eggs for Anya: A Ukrainian Celebration of New Life in Christ by Virginia Kroll, illustrated by Sally Wern Comport is about a girl named Anya who is sad because her father is fighting in a war and they do not have any eggs to turn into pysanky eggs for Easter. When a fox kills a wild goose that was defending its nest, Anya takes the eggs home, thankful that God has given her eggs for Easter. On Easter morning, the eggs hatch, and Anya finds that God has given her a better gift than pysanky eggs.
The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross by Carl Laferton, illustrated by Catalina Echeverri tells why Jesus died and rose again. An abridged version of the Garden of Eden, the curtain in the Temple, and Jesus’ life on Earth are given. The book’s focus is that it is good to be with God, but that we are separated from Him by our sin. The book ends with the Good News that because Jesus took our sin away when He died on the cross and rose from the dead, we can be with God again.
The information in this post and the trivia games was accurate as of December 17, 2021.
Hello everyone!
In preparation for Presidents’ Day, I have assembled a list of children’s books for all 45 presidents (we’ve had 46 presidencies, but only 45 individuals have served as president). Some books focus on more than one president, but each president also has a minimum of four books devoted to him. The more well-known presidents (e.g. George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, etc.) have more book recommendations than lesser known presidents (e.g. William Henry Harrison, Millard Fillmore, etc.). The majority of the books were written for children in Grades 1-6. However, certain presidents also have books that are appropriate for children in Pre-K and/or Kindergarten.
Since every child learns to read at his/her own pace, the age range I listed for each book refers to the ages when I believe that a child will be able to sit through the reading of the book and engage with the content. Under each president’s heading, I listed the books in the following order: picture books, easy readers, and graphic novels and chapter books. For the headings, the presidents are listed in order and numbered with the first section being devoted to books that cover multiple presidents.
Warning, since all of the recommended books were written before 2022, some of the facts in the older books may no longer be accurate or complete because there have been more presidents since the books were published. (For example, Ronald Reagan is no longer the oldest president.) Another thing to realize is that books about Presidents Obama, Trump, and Biden will likely have less complete information due to how recently they were in office.
At the end of the post, I have included links to two free presidential trivia games that I created (one for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 and the other for Grades 2-6) and YouTube links to songs that list the presidents of the United States in order.
Multiple Presidents
So You Want to Be President? by Judith St. George, illustrated by David Small goes over interesting facts about Presidents George Washington through George W. Bush. The point of the book is that all of the presidents were different from each other, but that there are certain qualities that make a good president. Aspiring future presidents should imitate the greats. At the back of the book, the presidents are listed in order along with their birth places, lifespan, and a sentence summarizing a key point of their presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Rutherford B., Who Was He?: Poems About Our Presidents by Marilyn Singer, illustrated by John Hendrix has a poem for each president, or in some cases between two or more presidents, from George Washington through Barack Obama. At the back of the book is a paragraph about each president. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Truth or Lie: Presidents! by Erica S. Perl, illustrated by Michael Slack presents facts about the presidents by having the reader guess which fact in a set of four is actually a lie. The page spreads alternate between fact spreads (three facts and a lie are presented) and answer spreads (the lie is identified, the correction given, and additional information presented). This book is ideal for children in K-3.
U.S. Presidents: The Oval Office All-Stars! designed and created by Basher, text by Dan Green provides a brief introduction to each of the presidents from George Washington to Joe Biden. On each spread are an illustration of the president depicting significant things about him and/or his presidency, six facts about the president, and two paragraphs written from the president’s point of view in modern language. This book is ideal for children in Grades 4-6.
The Presidents Visual Encyclopedia by DK Publishing is divided into five sections. The first and longest section provides a brief introduction to each of the presidents from George Washington to Joe Biden. The second section is about notable first ladies. The third section highlights specific parts of the constitution and the presidency. The fourth section covers famous presidential places and vehicles. The fifth section is a reference section with additional information about the presidents. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents 2020 Edition: Fascinating Facts About Each and Every President, Including an American History Timeline by Running Press provides a brief introduction to each of the presidents from George Washington to Joe Biden and a general overview of American history. Each president gets one or two pages devoted to his life and presidency. On the sides of each page are colored rectangles; each rectangle contains a paragraph about a famous person, major event, political or cultural movement, or national or global issue from that president’s lifetime. Along the bottom of each spread runs a timeline that notes important events in American history. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
1. George Washington
A Picture Book of George Washington by David A. Adler, illustrated by John & Alexandra Wallner gives a general overview of George Washington’s life. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
George Did It by Suzanne Tripp Jurmain, illustrated by Larry Day is about George Washington saying “no” to being president, finally accepting the position, and his trip to the capital and inauguration. This book is ideal for children in K-4.
Take the Lead, George Washington by Judith St. George, illustrated by Daniel Powers is about George Washington’s childhood. The book is broken into six chapters and focusses on his growing up on a farm, his idolization of his older half-brother Lawrence, his desire to become a Virginia gentleman, and his first surveying job. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
George Washington by Grace Hansen presents an overview of George Washington’s life. At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
George Washington’s First Victory by Stephen Krensky, illustrated by Diane Dawson Hearn is based on George Washington’s relationship with his mother after the death of his father and how much George loved to spend time with his older brother Lawrence. At the back of the book is a timeline of George Washington’s life. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
George Washington: The First President by Sarah Albee, illustrated by Chin Ko gives an overview of George Washington’s life. At the back of the book is a timeline of George Washington’s life and additional facts about him. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
George Washington by Wil Mara presents an overview of George Washington’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
George Washington and the General’s Dog by Frank Murphy, illustrated by Richard Walz shares about George Washington’s love of animals and recounts the time during the Revolutionary War that he found a British general’s dog and returned it. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
George Washington: Our First President by Garnet Jackson, illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu gives an overview of George Washington’s life. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
George Washington by Caroline Crosson Gilpin gives an overview of George Washington’s life and the time period he lived in. New terms are defined in short sentences and pronunciation guides are provided after large, unfamiliar words. The book also contains a “Cool Facts” section, timeline of major events in George Washington’s life, picture identification challenge, and picture dictionary of the terms defined throughout the book. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Before George Washington Was President by Janey Levy presents an overview of George Washington’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
George Washington by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of George Washington’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
George Washington: First President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of George Washington’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
George Washington by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of George Washington’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
George Washington: Our 1st President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of George Washington’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
George Washington by Andrea H. Pelleschi presents an overview of George Washington’s life in the format of a short graphic novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was George Washington? by Roberta Edwards, illustrated by True Kelly presents details about George Washington’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
George Washington: True Patriot by Janet and Geoff Benge presents a detailed overview of George Washington’s life in a chapter book format that reads like a novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
A Picture Book of John and Abigail Adams by David A. Adler and Michael S. Adler, illustrated by Ronald Himler presents an overview of John and Abigail Adams’ lives. At the back of the book is a timeline of important events in their lives. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
The Revolutionary John Adams by Cheryl Harness presents a beautifully illustrated overview of John Adams’ life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-5.
John Adams Speaks for Freedom by Deborah Hopkinson, illustrated by Craig Orback presents a general overview of John Adams’ life with special focus on what he did to help found America. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Before John Adams Was President by M. H. Seeley presents an overview of John Adams’ life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
John Adams by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of John Adams’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
John Adams: Second President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of John Adams’ life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
John Adams by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of John Adams’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
John Adams: Our 2nd President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of John Adams’ life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
John Adams by Jane H. Gould presents an overview of John Adams’ life in the format of a short graphic novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
John Adams: Independence Forever by Janet and Geoff Benge presents a detailed overview of John Adams’ life in a chapter book format that reads like a novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library by Barb Rosenstock, illustrated by John O’Brien tells about Thomas Jefferson’s life through his deep love of books, his impressive book collection, and how his collection was used to create a new Library of Congress after the first one was burned down during the War of 1812. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Thomas Jefferson by Cheryl Harness presents a beautifully illustrated overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-5.
Thomas Jefferson by Simone T. Ribke presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
Before Thomas Jefferson Was President by Michael Rajczak presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Thomas Jefferson by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Thomas Jefferson’s Feast by Frank Murphy, illustrated by Richard Walz focusses on Thomas Jefferson’s love of food and how he influenced American cuisine. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Thomas Jefferson: Third President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Thomas Jefferson by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Thomas Jefferson: Our 3rd President by Elizabeth Sirimarco presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Thomas Jefferson by Andrea H. Pelleschi presents an overview of Thomas Jefferson’s life in the format of a short graphic novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Thomas Jefferson? by Dennis Brindell Fradin, illustrated by John O’Brien presents details about Thomas Jefferson’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
4. James Madison
A Picture Book of Dolley and James Madison by David A. Adler and Michael S. Adler, illustrated by Ronald Himler presents an overview of James and Dolley Madison’s lives. At the back of the book is a timeline of important events in their lives. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
James Madison by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Madison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
James Madison: Fourth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of James Madison’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
James Madison by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Madison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James Madison: Our 4th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of James Madison’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
James Madison by Sandra Dooling presents an overview of James Madison’s life in the format of a short graphic novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
5. James Monroe
James Monroe by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Monroe’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
James Monroe: Fifth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of James Monroe’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
James Monroe by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Monroe’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James Monroe: Our 5th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of James Monroe’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
6. John Quincy Adams
Young John Quincy by Cheryl Harness presents a beautifully illustrated peek into John Quincy Adams’ childhood in 1775 and 1776 while his father was part of the Congress in Philadelphia, gives facts about the Revolutionary War, and provides an overview of the rest of John Quincy Adams’ life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-5.
John Quincy Adams by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of John Quincy Adams’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
John Quincy Adams: Sixth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of John Quincy Adams’ life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
John Quincy Adams by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Quincy Adams’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
John Quincy Adams: Our 6th President by Gerry and Janet Souter presents an overview of John Quincy Adams’ life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
7. Andrew Jackson
Before Andrew Jackson Was President by Michael Rajczak presents an overview of Andrew Jackson’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Andrew Jackson by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Andrew Jackson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Andrew Jackson: Seventh President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Andrew Jackson’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Andrew Jackson by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Andrew Jackson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Andrew Jackson: Our 7th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Andrew Jackson’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Andrew Jackson? by Douglas Yacka, illustrated by Jake Murray presents details about Andrew Jackson’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
8. Martin Van Buren
Martin Van Buren by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Martin Van Buren’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Martin Van Buren: Eighth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Martin Van Buren’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Martin Van Buren by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Martin Van Buren’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Martin Van Buren: Our 8th President by Steven Ferry presents an overview of Martin Van Buren’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
9. William Henry Harrison
William H. Harrison by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of William Henry Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
William Henry Harrison: Ninth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of William Henry Harrison’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
William H. Harrison by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of William Henry Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
William Henry Harrison: Our 9th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of William Henry Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
10. John Tyler
John Tyler by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of John Tyler’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
John Tyler: Tenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of John Tyler’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
John Tyler by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of John Tyler’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
John Tyler: Our 10th President by Steven Ferry presents an overview of John Tyler’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
11. James K. Polk
James K. Polk by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of James K. Polk’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
James K. Polk: Eleventh President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of James K. Polk’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
James K. Polk by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of James K. Polk’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James Polk: Our 11th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of James K. Polk’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
12. Zachary Taylor
Zachary Taylor by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Zachary Taylor’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Zachary Taylor: Twelfth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Zachary Taylor’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Zachary Taylor by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Zachary Taylor’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Zachary Taylor: Our 12th President by Carol Brunelli presents an overview of Zachary Taylor’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
13. Millard Fillmore
Millard Fillmore by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Millard Fillmore’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Millard Fillmore: Thirteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Millard Fillmore’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Millard Fillmore by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Millard Fillmore’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Millard Fillmore: Our 13th President by Gerry and Janet Souter presents an overview of Millard Fillmore’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
14. Franklin Pierce
Franklin Pierce by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Franklin Pierce’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Franklin Pierce: Fourteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Franklin Pierce’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Franklin Pierce by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Franklin Pierce’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Franklin Pierce: Our 14th President by Steven Ferry presents an overview of Franklin Pierce’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
15. James Buchanan
James Buchanan by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Buchanan’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
James Buchanan: Fifteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of James Buchanan’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
James Buchanan by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James Buchanan’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James Buchanan: Our 15th President by Gerry and Janet Souter presents an overview of James Buchanan’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
16. Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln by Al Berenger gives an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about Lincoln: a time line, a map showing the locations of key events, a “People to Know” section featuring illustrations and a short paragraph about each featured person, and a “Did you know?” section with trivia facts. This book is idea for children in Pre-K-2.
Abraham Lincoln Comes Home by Robert Burleigh, illustrated by Wendell Minor is about a boy and his father who go to see Abraham Lincoln’s funeral train early one morning as it makes its way from Washington, D.C. to Springfield, Illinois. At the back of the book is an afterward with facts about Abraham Lincoln’s final journey and the funeral train. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Abe’s Fish: A Boyhood Tale of Abraham Lincoln by Jen Bryant, illustrated by Amy June Bates is based off a passage in Abraham Lincoln’s official biography (published in 1890) in which he recounted that the only thing he remembered about the War of 1812 was giving a fish to a soldier he met on the road. This book is ideal for children in K-4.
Stand Tall, Abe Lincoln by Judith St. George, illustrated by Matt Faulkner is about Abraham Lincoln’s childhood. The book is broken into six chapters and focusses on his love of learning — especially reading, his hatred of cruelty, and the loss of his mother and adjustment to having a stepmother. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Abraham Lincoln by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Abe Lincoln and the Muddy Pig by Stephen Krensky, illustrated by Gershom Griffith is based on the time that Abraham Lincoln rescued a pig that was stuck in the mud. At the back of the book is a time line of Abraham Lincoln’s life. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Abe Lincoln’s Hat by Martha Brenner, illustrated by Donald Cook is about how Abraham Lincoln kept important papers in his hat and about his time as a lawyer. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Long, Tall Lincoln by Jennifer Dussling, illustrated by Chin Ko gives a general overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book are photographs and some facts about Abraham Lincoln. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Abraham Lincoln by Caroline Crosson Gilpin gives an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life and the time period he lived in. New terms are defined in short sentences and pronunciation guides are provided after large, unfamiliar words. The book also contains an “Awesome Facts” section, time line of major events in Abraham Lincoln’s life, multiple-choice review quiz, and picture dictionary of the terms defined throughout the book. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Before Abraham Lincoln Was President by Theresa Morlock presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Abraham Lincoln by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Just a Few Words, Mr. Lincoln: The Story of the Gettysburg Address by Jean Fritz, illustrated by Charles Robinson gives a general overview of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln’s daily tasks as president, and the dedication of the Gettysburg National Cemetery. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Abraham Lincoln: Sixteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Abraham Lincoln by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Abraham Lincoln: Our 16th President by Sarah Hansen presents an overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Abraham Lincoln? by Janet B. Pascal, illustrated by John O’Brien presents details about Abraham Lincoln’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom by Janet and Geoff Benge presents a detailed overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life in a chapter book format that reads like a novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
17. Andrew Johnson
Andrew Johnson by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Andrew Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4. (Error: On page 8 in the Fast Facts section, it says Andrew Johnson was born on December 20, 1808. He was born on December 29, 1808.)
Andrew Johnson: Seventeenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Andrew Johnson’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Andrew Johnson by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Andrew Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Andrew Johnson: Our 17th President by Judith E. Harper presents an overview of Andrew Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
18. Ulysses S. Grant
Before Ulysses S. Grant Was President by Mark Harasymiw presents an overview of Ulysses S. Grant’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Ulysses S. Grant by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Ulysses S. Grant’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Ulysses S. Grant: Eighteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Ulysses S. Grant’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Ulysses S. Grant by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Ulysses S. Grant’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Ulysses S. Grant: Our 18th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Ulysses S. Grant’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Ulysses S. Grant? by Megan Stine, illustrated by Mark Edward Geyer presents details about Ulysses S. Grant’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
19. Rutherford B. Hayes
Rutherford B. Hayes by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Rutherford B. Hayes’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Rutherford B. Hayes: Nineteenth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Rutherford B. Hayes’ life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Rutherford B. Hayes by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Rutherford B. Hayes’ life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Rutherford B. Hayes: Our 19th President by Sandra Francis presents an overview of Rutherford B. Hayes’ life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
20. James A. Garfield
James A. Garfield by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James A. Garfield’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
James A. Garfield: Twentieth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of James A. Garfield’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
James A. Garfield by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of James A. Garfield’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James A. Garfield: Our 20th President by Carol Brunelli presents an overview of James A. Garfield’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
21. Chester A. Arthur
Chester Arthur by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Chester A. Arthur’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Chester A. Arthur: Twenty-First President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Chester A. Arthur’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Chester Arthur by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Chester A. Arthur’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Chester A. Arthur: Our 21st President by Carol Brunelli presents an overview of Chester A. Arthur’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
22 & 24. Grover Cleveland
Grover Cleveland by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Grover Cleveland’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Grover Cleveland by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Grover Cleveland’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Grover Cleveland: Our 22nd and 24th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Grover Cleveland’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
23. Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Benjamin Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Benjamin Harrison: Twenty-Third President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Benjamin Harrison’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Benjamin Harrison by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Benjamin Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Benjamin Harrison: Our 23rd President by Sandra Francis presents an overview of Benjamin Harrison’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
25. William McKinley
William McKinley by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of William McKinley’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
William McKinley: Twenty-Fifth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of William McKinley’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
William McKinley by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of William McKinley’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
William McKinley: Our 25th President by Cynthia Amoroso presents an overview of William McKinley’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
A Christmas Tree in the White House by Gary Hines, illustrated by Alexandra Wallner is a fictionalized retelling of the time that Theodore Roosevelt’s youngest sons snuck a Christmas tree into the White House. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Teedie: The Story of Young Teddy Roosevelt by Don Brown gives an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life paying special attention to his struggles to overcome his health issues as a child and teenager. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
You’re on Your Way, Teddy Roosevelt by Judith St. George, illustrated by Matt Faulkner is about Theodore Roosevelt’s childhood. The book is broken into six chapters and focusses on his love of science and his struggles to beat his asthma and other health issues. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Theodore Roosevelt by Wil Mara presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
Take a Hike, Teddy Roosevelt by Frank Murphy, illustrated by Richard Walz shares about Theodore Roosevelt’s love of nature and his conservation efforts as governor of New York and later as president of the United States. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Before Teddy RooseveltWas President by Therese M. Shea presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Teddy Roosevelt: The People’s President by Sharon Gayle, illustrated by Bob Dacey & Debra Bandelin gives an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Theodore Roosevelt by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Theodore Roosevelt: Twenty-Sixth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Theodore Roosevelt by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Theodore Roosevelt: Our 26th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Theodore Roosevelt? by Michael Burgan, illustrated by Jerry Hoare presents details about Theodore Roosevelt’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
Theodore Roosevelt: An American Original by Janet and Geoff Benge presents a detailed overview of Theodore Roosevelt’s life in a chapter book format that reads like a novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
27. William Howard Taft
President Taft Is Stuck in the Bath by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Chris Van Dusen is a creative retelling of the time that President Taft allegedly got stuck in the White House bathtub (the story cannot be proved or disproved). This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
William Taft by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of William Howard Taft’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
William Howard Taft: Twenty-Seventh President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of William Howard Taft’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
William Taft by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of William Howard Taft’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
William Howard Taft: Our 27th President by Melissa Maupin presents an overview of William Howard Taft’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
28. Woodrow Wilson
Woodrow Wilson by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Woodrow Wilson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Woodrow Wilson: Twenty-Eighth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Woodrow Wilson’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Woodrow Wilson by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Woodrow Wilson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Woodrow Wilson: Our 28th President by Carol Brunelli and Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Woodrow Wilson’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Woodrow Wilson? by Margaret Frith, illustrated by Andrew Thomson presents details about Woodrow Wilson’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
29. Warren G. Harding
Warren G. Harding by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Warren G. Harding’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Warren G. Harding: Twenty-Ninth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Warren G. Harding’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Warren G. Harding by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Warren G. Harding’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Warren G. Harding: Our 29th President by Gerry and Janet Souter presents an overview of Warren G. Harding’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
30. Calvin Coolidge
Calvin Coolidge by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Calvin Coolidge’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Calvin Coolidge: Thirtieth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Calvin Coolidge’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Calvin Coolidge by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Calvin Coolidge’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Calvin Coolidge: Our 30th President by Melissa Maupin presents an overview of Calvin Coolidge’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
31. Herbert Hoover
Herbert Hoover by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Herbert Hoover’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Herbert Hoover: Thirty-First President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Herbert Hoover’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Herbert Hoover by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Herbert Hoover’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Herbert Hoover: Our 31st President by Gerry and Janet Souter presents an overview of Herbert Hoover’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
32. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Nice Work, Franklin! by Suzanne Tripp Jurmain, illustrated by Larry Day presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Make Your Mark, Franklin Roosevelt by Judith St. George, illustrated by Britt Spencer is about Franklin D. Roosevelt’s childhood. The book is broken into six chapters and focusses on his growing up as an only child in a wealthy family, his close relationship with his parents and his reaction to his father’s failing health, his transition to boarding school, and how politics and helping others became important to him. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Franklin D. Roosevelt by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Franklin D. Roosevelt by Wil Mara presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
Before Franklin D. Roosevelt Was President by Michael Rajczak presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Franklin D. Roosevelt by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Franklin D. Roosevelt: Thirty-Second President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Franklin D. Roosevelt by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Franklin D. Roosevelt: Our 32nd President by Melissa Maupin presents an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Franklin Roosevelt? by Margaret Frith, illustrated by John O’Brien presents details about Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
33. Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Harry S. Truman’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Harry S. Truman: Thirty-Third President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Harry S. Truman’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Harry S. Truman by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Harry S. Truman’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Harry S. Truman: Our 33rd President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Harry S. Truman’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
34. Dwight D. Eisenhower
A Picture Book of Dwight David Eisenhower by David A. Adler presents an overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life and has photos of him and the people with whom he interacted. At the back of the book is a time line of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Dwight D. Eisenhower by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Dwight D. Eisenhower: Thirty-Fourth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Dwight D. Eisenhower by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Dwight D. Eisenhower: Our 34th President by Sarah Hansen presents an overview of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
35. John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy by Al Berenger gives an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about Kennedy: a time line, a map showing the locations of key events, a “People to Know” section featuring illustrations and a short paragraph about each featured person, and a “Did you know?” section with trivia facts. This book is idea for children in Pre-K-2.
John F. Kennedy by Grace Hansen presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life. At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
John F. Kennedy and the Stormy Sea by Howard Goldsmith, illustrated by Renné Benoit is a story about John F. Kennedy safely sailing his sister and himself through a storm and mentions how he saved his crew during World War II. At the back of the book is a time line of John F. Kennedy’s life. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Before John F. Kennedy Was President by Katie Kawa presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
John F. Kennedy by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
John F. Kennedy: Thirty-Fifth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
John F. Kennedy by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
John F. Kennedy: Our 35th President by Judith E. Harper presents an overview of John F. Kennedy’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was John F. Kennedy? by Yona Zeldis McDonough, illustrated by Jill Weber presents details about John F. Kennedy’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
36. Lyndon B. Johnson
Lyndon B. Johnson by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Lyndon B. Johnson: Thirty-Sixth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Lyndon B. Johnsonby Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Lyndon Baines Johnson: Our 36th President by Melissa Maupin presents an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
37. Richard Nixon
Richard Nixon by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Richard Nixon’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Richard M. Nixon: Thirty-Seventh President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Richard Nixon’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Richard Nixon by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Richard Nixon’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Richard M. Nixon: Our 37th President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Richard Nixon’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Richard Nixon? by Megan Stine, illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez presents details about Richard Nixon’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
38. Gerald R. Ford
Truth and Honor: The President Ford Story by Lindsey McDivitt, illustrated by Matt Faulkner presents an overview of Gerald R. Ford’s life up to when he assumed the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Gerald Ford by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Gerald R. Ford’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Gerald R. Ford: Thirty-Eighth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Gerald R. Ford’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Gerald Ford by Megan M. Gunderson presents an overview of Gerald R. Ford’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Gerald R. Ford: Our 38th President by Sandra Francis presents an overview of Gerald R. Ford’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
39. Jimmy Carter
Hard Work, But It’s Worth It: The Life of Jimmy Carter by Bethany Hegedus, illustrated by Kyung Eun Han presents an overview of Jimmy Carter’s life focusing on his childhood, political career, and humanitarian work. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Jimmy Carter by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Jimmy Carter’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Jimmy Carter: Thirty-Ninth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Jimmy Carter’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Jimmy Carter by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of Jimmy Carter’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
James Earl Carter: Our 39th President by Lori Hobkirk presents an overview of Jimmy Carter’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Is Jimmy Carter? by Joyce Milton, illustrated by David Stabler presents details about Jimmy Carter’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
40. Ronald Reagan
The Remarkable Ronald Reagan: Cowboy and Commander in Chief by Susan Allen, illustrated by Leslie Harrington presents an overview of Ronald Regan’s life through the dreams he had and achieved. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Ronald Reagan by Wil Mara presents an overview of Ronald Reagan’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
Before Ronald Reagan Was President by Therese M. Shea presents an overview of Ronald Reagan’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Ronald Reagan by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Ronald Reagan’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Ronald Regan: Fortieth President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Ronald Regan’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Ronald Reagan by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Ronald Reagan’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Ronald Reagan: Our 40th President by Cynthia Amoroso presents an overview of Ronald Reagan’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Was Ronald Regan? by Joyce Milton, illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf presents details about Ronald Regan’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
Ronald Reagan: Destiny at His Side by Janet and Geoff Benge presents a detailed overview of Ronald Reagan’s life in a chapter book format that reads like a novel. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
42. Bill Clinton41. George H. W. Bush
George H.W. Bush by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of George H. W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
George Bush: Forty-First President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of George H. W. Bush’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
George H.W. Bush by Heidi M. D. Elston presents an overview of George H. W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
George H. W. Bush: Our 41st President by Sandra Francis presents an overview of George H. W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
42. Bill Clinton
Bill Clinton by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Bill Clinton’s life. At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Bill Clinton by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Bill Clinton’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Bill Clinton: Forty-Second President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of Bill Clinton’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
Bill Clinton by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of Bill Clinton’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
William Clinton: Our 42nd President by Ann Graham Gaines presents an overview of Bill Clinton’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
43. George W. Bush
George W. Bush by Wil Mara presents an overview of George W. Bush’s life. The short sentences, pronunciation instructions for difficult words, and simple explanations of new terms paired with the large font size make this a perfect book for new readers. This book is ideal for children in K-2.
George W. Bush by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of George W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
George W. Bush: Forty-Third President by Mike Venezia presents an overview of George W. Bush’s life through simple text and comics. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-5.
George W. Bush by BreAnn Rumsch presents an overview of George W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
George W. Bush: Our 43rd President by Burgan Michael presents an overview of George W. Bush’s life. At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
44. Barack Obama
Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Bryan Collier gives an overview of Barack Obama’s life up to when he won the 2008 presidential election. The story is presented by a mother who is explaining who Barack Obama is to her son. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Barack Obama by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Barack Obama’s life (the book was published in 2016). At the back of the book is a “More Facts” section and a glossary. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Barack Obama: Out of Many, One, Revised Edition by Shana Corey, illustrated by James Bernardin gives an overview of Barack Obama’s life up to when he was inaugurated on January 20, 2009 (the book was published in 2009). It was revised to include his reelection. This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-3.
Barack Obama by Caroline Crosson Gilpin gives an overview of Barack Obama’s life up to when he was re-elected in November 2012 (the book was published in 2014). New terms are defined in short sentences and pronunciation guides are provided after large, unfamiliar words. The book also contains a “Cool Facts” section, time line of major events in Barack Obama’s life through 2012, multiple-choice review quiz, and picture dictionary of the terms defined throughout the book. This book is ideal for children in K-3.
Before Barack Obama Was President by Julia McDonnell presents an overview of Barack Obama’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Barack Obama by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Barack Obama’s life through the end of his second term as president (the book was published in 2016). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Barack Obama by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Barack Obama’s life through the end of his second term as president (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Barack Obama: Our 44th President by Catherine Nichols presents an overview of Barack Obama’s life (the book was published in 2020). At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Who Is Barack Obama? by Roberta Edwards, illustrated by John O’Brien presents details about Barack Obama’s life in a chapter book format that is ideal for children in Grades 3-7.
45. Donald Trump
Donald Trump by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life up to his winning the 2016 election (the book was published in 2017). This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Before Donald Trump Was President by Ryan Nagelhout presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life before his presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-3.
Donald Trump by Tamara L. Britton presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life through the end of the 2020 election (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
President Donald Trump by Joanne Mattern presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life up to his inauguration on January 20, 2017 (the book was published in 2017). At the back of the book is a page of statistics about Donald Trump. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-4.
Donald Trump by Jill C. Wheeler presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life through the end of the 2020 election (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Donald Trump: Our 45th President by Ann Gaines Rodriguez presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life (the book was published in 2020). At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Donald Trump: Outspoken Personality and President by Jill Sherman presents an overview of Donald Trump’s life up to when he was elected on November 8, 2016 (the book was published in 2017). This book is ideal for children in Grades 4-8.
46. Joe Biden
Joey: The Story of Joe Biden by Jill Biden, illustrated by Amy June Bates presents an overview of Joe Biden’s life focusing on his childhood and leadership abilities. This book is ideal for children in K-4.
Joe Biden by Grace Hansen presents an overview of Joe Biden’s life up to his winning the 2020 election (the book was published in 2021). This book is ideal for children in Pre-K-2.
Joe Biden by Rachael L. Thomas presents an overview of Joe Biden’s life up to his winning the 2020 election (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 1-4.
Joe Biden by Rachael L. Thomas presents an overview of Joe Biden’s life up to his winning the 2020 election (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are four different sections with information about the presidency: office of the president, line of succession, benefits, and presidents and their terms. There is also a glossary of terms. This book is ideal for children in Grades 2-6.
Joseph Biden: Our 46th President by Ann Gaines Rodriguez presents an overview of Joe Biden’s life (the book was published in 2021). At the back of the book are a time line, glossary, and information about the U.S. Government — especially the presidency. This book is ideal for children in Grades 3-6.
Did you know that Valentine’s Day is not the only relationship focused holiday in February? February 17th is National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Perry Human Services has expanded that idea and started a month-long kindness challenge at local schools.
I liked the idea so much, that I decided to piggyback off it. For the month of February, I challenge you to try to do one random act of kindness a day. It could be as simple as holding the door for someone or greeting everyone you meet with a smile. Click on the link to access the PDF file of Perry Human Services’ Kindness Calendar. They have something listed for every day in February and some additional ideas at the bottom of the calendar.
Here are some ideas for how to be kind to other writers:
Recommend a favorite book to a friend.
Write or e-mail an author and let him/her know how much you enjoyed his/her book.
Review a book on Amazon and Goodreads.
Leave a positive comment on an author’s Facebook page or blog.
I am going to start this kindness challenge off by recommending two book series that I discovered in 2019, and which I have thoroughly enjoyed.
This is a fantasy series set in a dragon society. Although the main plot is about fulfilling or stopping a prophecy, there are underlying themes of friendship, personal growth, and empathy. The series is well-written and the concept surrounding magic is interesting.
This is a modern retelling of Sherlock Holmes set in New York City. Each book has a mystery to solve and deals with Watson’s feelings concerning his parents’ recent divorce and Shelby’s inability to relate to people. The series is told from Watson’s perspective and has a comedic tone.
Have you ever wondered what a sugarplum is? How about plum pudding?
With the controversy over the meaning of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside,” I’ve been wondering about the history behind some of our favorite Christmas words. If you too have been curious about this, check out the articles below:
The holiday season can be a time of great joy or a very difficult time depending on a person’s circumstances.
Your writing prompt for the next two weeks is find your inspiration through your joy.
Do a 10-15 minute free write about what makes you feel alive. (A free write is where you write down whatever pops into your head without censuring or editing it. The goal is to write continuously for the full 10-15 minutes.)
Read over what you wrote, and find the theme(s).
Write a poem, song, or short story with the same theme.
Your writing challenge for the next two weeks is to create a comedic or tragic holiday mix-up.
What would happen if Santa Claus slept through Christmas and tried to deliver the gifts on New Year’s Eve instead? Do the Tooth Fairy and leprechauns have it in for one another? Your imagination is your only limitation.
Whatever you do, you must include at least two holidays and/or holiday characters in your story.
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Your writing prompt for the next two weeks is find your inspiration through your joy.
Hello everyone and happy St. Patrick’s Day!
What would happen if Santa Claus slept through Christmas and tried to deliver the gifts on New Year’s Eve instead? Do the Tooth Fairy and leprechauns have it in for one another? Your imagination is your only limitation.
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