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George Washington's Breakfast by Jean Fritz

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George Washington's Breakfast

Paperback – Picture Book, February 2, 1998

Jean Fritz

Penguin Young Readers Group · Paperback · February 2, 1998

Reading lane: Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.

A fun take on history from Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz!

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Curiosity Meets History

A determined boy’s questions make historical research feel lively, personal, and unexpectedly funny.

Come here for

  • A playful blend of biography, history, and a boy’s persistent curiosity
  • Small, memorable questions—including what Washington ate for breakfast

Expect

  • A humorous story that makes research part of the fun
  • A child’s quest to learn about his famous namesake

Book Details

Authors
Jean Fritz
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers Group
Published
February 2, 1998
Format
Paperback
Theme
Colonial & Revolutionary U.S. · US Biographies
Reading lane
Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • US Biographies

  • Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.

  • Funny Stories

About This Book

A fun take on history from Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz! George Washington Allen, a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know, is determined to learn all there is to know about his namesake, including what the first president ate for breakfast! "The sprightly, humorous story and likable colored illustrations bring history alive and make research meaningful." -- Booklist "A delightful book. The plot combines history, biography, research, cook...

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A fun take on history from Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz! George Washington Allen, a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know, is determined to learn all there is to know about his namesake, including what the first president ate for breakfast! "The sprightly, humorous story and likable colored illustrations bring history alive and make research meaningful." -- Booklist "A delightful book. The plot combines history, biography, research, cooking and a determined child."-- The New York Times Book Review "Younger and reluctant readers may enjoy this, as it offers a painless way of picking up information."-- School Library Journal

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