Fall 2024

A Mitzvah for George Washington

  • Interest Level: Grade 2 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Bella’s father has an important role to play when President George Washington comes to visit the Jewish community of Newport, Rhode Island.

But Bella has her own job to do—coming up with a way for the Jewish children of Newport to show the president how much they appreciate the support he’s given them. Young voices count in this story based on true events.

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978-1-954354-30-2
$14.99
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Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre Picture Books
Copyright 2024
Publisher Creston Books
Imprint Creston Books
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2024-10-01
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV016120, JUV033020, JUV039220
Dewey [Fic]
Dimensions 8 x 10
Features Original artwork, Reviewed, and Teaching Guides

Reviews

Kirkus Reviews

“This fascinating story offers encouraging evidence that young people can do important things. . . . An uplifting historical account for younger readers, and a necessary reminder of the importance of religious inclusion.”—Kirkus Reviews

Booklist

“An effective, history-focused picture book.”—Booklist