George Did It

Posted by: kdigan2340 on: March 13, 2009

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Jurmain, S. (2006). George Did It. New York, NY: Dutton Children’s Books.

Genre: Biography

Grades: Grades 2-4

Suzanne Tripp Jurmain’s book George Did It is both a factual and humorous account of the biographical story of our nation’s first president – George Washington. George Did It illuminates a very human side of this momentous historical figure and depicts his reluctance, nervousness, and worry in assuming the title of president to a developing, premature nation. Jurmain provides authentic information and direct quotes from the events eight days prior to his inauguration while still showing the emotional turmoil he was experiencing at that time. The bright watercolor illustrations depicted in patriotic hues offer entertaining settings, humorous background details, and life-like character facial expressions. Overall, this book provides memorable quotes and represents George Washington exceptionally well making him both interesting and relatable.

Author: Suzanne Tripp Jurmain

(standing on right side)

Suzanne Tripp Jurmain, once an actress and editor, has been writing children’s books for many years. Her writing topics include human/animal relationships as well as significant figures and events in American history. She has established a popular name for herself in the world of children’s literature and has received various awards including the Golden Kite Honor Book for Nonfiction designation, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, 2005, and Orbis Pictus Honor Book designation, National Council of Teachers of English, 2006, both for The Forbidden Schoolhouse.

http://biography.jrank.org/pages/2208/Jurmain-Suzanne-1945.html

Illustrator: Larry Day

(sitting on far left side)

Larry Day is an illustrator of both fiction and nonfiction, serious and humorous children’s books. He works in Chicago for a company representing elite business names such as Disney and Hallmark books.

http://www.dayhere.com/

Sources:

• www.amazon.com
• www.picture-book.com
• www.kaywinters.com

*** List of  the American Presidents books for children! ***

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