Thomas Jefferson grows a nation / by Peggy Thomas ; illustrations by Stacy Innerst.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Honesdale, Pennsylvania : Calkins Creek, an imprint of Highlights, [2015]Copyright date: ©2015Edition: First editionDescription: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, color map ; 27 cmContent type: - still image
- text
- unmediated
- volume
- 1620916282
- 9781620916285
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book
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Main Library | Children's Biography | Jefferso T. T461 | Available | 33111008064988 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
American Farm Bureau Foundation for Education Recommended Book
Thomas Jefferson was more than a president and patriot. He was also a planter and gardener who loved to watch things grow--everything from plants and crops to even his brand-new nation.
As minister to France, Jefferson promoted all things American, sharing corn and pecans with his Parisian neighbors. As secretary of state, he encouraged his fellow farmers to grow olives, rice and maple trees. As president, he doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase. Even in his retirement, Jefferson continued to nurture the nation, laying the groundwork for the University of Virginia. In this meticulously researched picture book for older readers, author Peggy Thomas uncovers Jefferson's passion for agriculture and his country. And Stacy Innerst's incredibly original illustrations offer the right balance of reverence and whimsy. This is Thomas Jefferson as he's never been seen before! Back matter includes an author's note on Jefferson's legacy today; timeline, bibliography; place to visit (Monticello); and source notes.
Includes bibliographical references.
Examines the life and career of Thomas Jefferson, who in addition to his acccomplishments as a politician and president was also talented in the field of agriculture.