A comprehensive biographical history of each U.S. president with updated information for President Trump.
The New Big Book of U.S. Presidents is the perfect introduction for young readers to learn the lives and times of America's 45 most influential leaders. Readers can learn about our new president and relive the course of American history through digestible information about each president's term in office and the major political issues of each era, as well as through detailed timelines and historical photographs and illustrations throughout. Quick-reference sidebars provide brief summaries of the major events and important people who emerged during each presidential term.
This engaging and enlightening book will be a favorite among children studying U.S. history and who crave fun facts that cannot be found in textbooks!
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Todd Davis received his BA in history from the University of Washington, his MA in history from Ohio University, and his PhD at Temple University. He lives in New York City.
Marc Frey received his BA in history from Duke University, and both his MA and his PhD in History from Temple University. He lives in Potomac, MD.
Gr 2–6—Featuring simple profiles highlighting each president's successes and challenges, this book begins with an introduction to the U.S. Constitution and an explanation of the changing role of the president over time. Fascinating historical tidbits are peppered throughout, and a time line runs across every page to enhance understanding of events occurring under each leader. Donald Trump's profile is limited to basic biographical details and a brief look at his campaign. The author cautiously touches on the controversy Trump has stirred up ("Not everyone was a fan of Trump, however... Still, his outspokenness appealed to many"), and a sidebar discusses how in 2015 Trump called for a "Muslim ban." Frey presents a balanced perspective of most of the presidents. It is challenging to provide material that is neither too superficial nor too overwhelming, and as a result, some aspects of history are glossed over. Minor inaccuracies are found throughout (a small error in the definition of the term triangular trade, a slight mistake in the order of the 1903 time line, and an oversight in Ronald Reagan's description as the oldest person ever elected president). One major flaw is the claim that Bill Clinton "used force" in Rwanda when in fact he lobbied for a decreased UN presence and offered no direct U.S. support. This text is enlightening, entertaining, and accessible for younger readers, though it hasn't been revised much from earlier versions. VERDICT Collections that already have a previous edition should skip this one.—Paige Rowse, Needham High School, MA
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