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PRESIDENT’S DAY BOOKS FOR KIDS The spotlight is on American History this month, so let story time inspire accordingly! Celebrate our founding fathers with these patriotic stories from Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing this President’s Day!
FILIGREE’S MIDNIGHT RIDE
Join Filigree, a five-pound Pomeranian, as he stows away on Paul Revere’s midnight ride in this first book of the At the Heels of History series, inspired by important events and told through the eyes, ears, and noses of dogs. By Pam Berkman and Dorothy Hearst Illustrated by Claire Powell (Ages 6-9)
PRESIDENTS
Fine artist Leah Tinari, turns her formidable and singular talents to the presidents of the United States. Each engaging portrait— and the accompanying facts— paint a powerful and playful picture of the presidents, introduce readers to the personable side of these leaders and make them more relatable, approachable, human, and even fun! By Leah Tinari (Ages 10+)
FIGHTING FOR THE FOREST
In an inspiring middle grade nonfiction work, P. O’Conell Pearson tells the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps—one of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s New Deal projects that helped save a generation of Americans.
OUR FLAG WAS STILL THERE
By P. O’Connell Pearson (Ages 10+)
From beloved author-illustrator Jessie Hartland comes a whimsical nonfiction picture book that tells the story of the American flag that inspired the poem and our national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Jessie Hartland (Ages 4-8)
THE ONLY WOMAN IN THE PHOTO
Discover the incredible life of Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve in a presidential cabinet and the mastermind behind Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal, in this fascinating picture book biography that’s perfect for fans of “I Dissent.”
By Alexandra Bye (Ages 4-8) (All ages)
DANCING HANDS
In soaring words and stunning illustrations, Margarita Engle and Rafael López tell the story of Teresa Carreño, a child prodigy who played piano for Abraham Lincoln.
By Rafael López (Ages 4-8)
YOU ARE HOME
Award-winning author and illustrator Evan Turk showcases the beauty and importance of the National Parks in this gorgeous picture book that takes readers on an amazing tour across the United States.
By Evan Turk (Ages 4-8)
26 February 2020 • siparent.com
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