The story of a president who overcame both his personal challenges and the ones facing the nation.

A biography of the man who led the colonial army in its fight for independence from England and went on to become a new nation's first president.

An introduction to the presidents of the United States describes each president's childhood, career, achievements while in office, and life after the White House.

Discusses the life and presidential career of George W. Bush, the problems he has faced while in office, and how he has changed the role of president.

An introduction to the life of James Monroe, an influential patriot during the American Revolution who became the nation's fifth president and was subsequently reelected.

This compelling exploration of the presidents before they were presidents -- as kids, adventurers, journalists, prospectors, gun-slingers, TV hosts, and more! -- brings across powerfully that the presidents of the future could be practically anyone ... Including you

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing Adams's childhood, his career, his family, and his term as the second president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension.

A brief introduction to George Washington, the first president of the United States and his role in the American Revolution.