From the series A First Look at America’s Presidents
Theodore Roosevelt
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2015
Reviewed
From the series A First Look at America’s Presidents
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2015
ReviewedDuring his two terms as president, Theodore Roosevelt did an extraordinary amount to help Americans. He helped build the Panama Canal, created laws to protect our nation’s forests and wildlife, and made foods and medicines safer for people. What was Roosevelt’s biggest achievement? Young readers can choose for themselves as they find out about his overcoming of a childhood illness, his victories in the Spanish-American War, and his accomplishments as president. They will also make connections to their own lives as they learn about the many ways Roosevelt is remembered and honored today.
This series tells about many of our presidents in simply written text that young students can understand. Each title focuses on the life and contributions of the president; where he was born, what led him into the presidency, and his accomplishments. Each book features a timeline and a Facts and Quotes page. Each page has illustrations to help build a connection to that time period. This series focuses on several important leaders in a way that is interesting and appealing to young readers.
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