I am George Washington GN

This New York Times bestselling biography of our country's first president is perfect for Presidents' Day and the 250th anniversary of the U.S.A.

Now in paperback with a special author's note about America's semiquincentennial!
George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand-new nation, the United States of America. With his faith in the American people and tremendous bravery, he helped win the Revolutionary War and became the country’s first president—250 years ago.

This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big.

Included in each book are:

A timeline of key events in the hero’s history
Photos that bring the story more fully to life
Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable
Childhood moments that influenced the heroes
Facts that make great conversation-starters
A virtue these heroes embody: George Washington had the courage to do what no one had done before.