Mount Vernon

February 1, 2005
Gr 4-6 -Each title presents an important historical event or place in a tightly written text accompanied by contemporary and period paintings, lithographs, and photographs. "Erie Canal" discusses the building and effects of this once-prosperous transportation system on the economy of 19th-century America. In "Pearl Harbor", the author elaborates on the events leading up to the attack, the attack itself, and the building of the memorial. In "Mount Vernon", Santella not only describes George Washington's love of his home, but also how he ran it as a plantation, and how he managed his slaves. In all three titles, the visual materials provide discerning readers with additional historical and social context. All three meet curriculum standards and are welcome additions to U.S. history collections." -Pamela K. Bomboy, Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA"

Copyright 2005 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.