Who Was Thomas Jefferson?

Product Description

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life.

Top Reviews

Worked great for my son's school project
by Colossus Sam (4 out of 5 stars)
May 3, 2016

My elementary school age son picked Thomas Jefferson for his biography project this year and his teacher recommended this book. I did some research on my own after seeing the 1 star reviews and found this book to be fairly accurate along the lines of current historical consensus. I would definitely recommend this book to other elementary school age kids who have a project or want to learn more about the author of the Declaration of Independence, but be prepared to talk with your children about the historical context of the events of Jefferson's life to make sure they really understand everything.
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Five Stars
by ShanDoo (5 out of 5 stars)
May 2, 2017

Easy to read, interesting facts a young kid can retain.
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Great info in small book
by JaNeil Whiting (5 out of 5 stars)
August 9, 2019

This was a perfect read for my 4th grader for his book report. Not super long and overbearing but very informational for him to be successful in his report
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Great
by Amazon Customer (5 out of 5 stars)
March 21, 2019

Great for my son's 4th grade book report.
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Dont buy. Ugly text
by Just Liz (1 out of 5 stars)
August 16, 2019

Decisive cover. Not appealing to its target audience. The text are too crowded for young readers ( my son is 7

Plain ugly inside. Dont buy
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A TALL MAN TOM
by richard e whitelock,Top Contributor: Children's Books (5 out of 5 stars)
February 7, 2015

In my opinion, Jefferson was probably the most accomplished of all our early Presidents. Once you read of his varied interest, his worldly reputation, and the areas of enlightenment he brought to the early American forefront, you will better understand his importance to the early development of the United States as a world power.

History best remembers Jefferson as the author of The Declaration of Independence, a governor of Virginia Colony, minister to France. Secretary of State in Washington's first administration, vice-president to John Adams, and finally our 3rd President.

All of the above are mileposts in his accomplishments but the true interest lies in the details. Jefferson opened up the White House to members of congress including friends as well as foes. He was interactive with truly the great men of the early revolution. Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Hancock, James Madison, John Monroe and many more founding fathers, He initiated the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and finally he retired to his home at Monticello. He founded, along with James Madison The University in Virginia.

Jefferson loved the arts. He played the violin and loved to dance. He read the classics with great appetite.. Architecture was his love and many of the plants at Monticello today were planted by Jefferson many decades ago. He was very learned and serious in his endeavors. He died on the 50th anniversary of the Signing Of The Declaration Of Independence. Fittingly enough he died on July 4th.
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A good book for kids library.
by Summit31 (5 out of 5 stars)
September 9, 2017

Great resource book for my son's book report in fifth grade. Information is easy to read. My son enjoyed reading this.
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My 7 year old loves these
by Marilyn (5 out of 5 stars)
July 24, 2018

I LOVE these books for my son and he loves reading them. I'm trying to buy them for every historical character.
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but not boring for a young reader
by Joan E Myers (5 out of 5 stars)
March 12, 2018

Very informative, but not boring for a young reader.
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Great book for my 5th grader to do his book ...
by Kelli (5 out of 5 stars)
April 11, 2018

Great book for my 5th grader to do his book report on! We actually have quite a few of these kinds of books.

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