Description: This innovative gift book allows kids to peek into the mind of George Washington and the more than 100 lessons by which he lived his life. Modern translations and hilarious caricature illustrations provide a lighthearted and fun way to learn about history and good manners at the same time. Featuring the Rules of Civility that George Washington learned when he was a child, this book focuses on 50 of George's maxims, ranging from table manners to polite conversation to being a good citizen. Because the Rules of Civility are centuries old, this book also includes "translations" of the rules into contemporary and witty kid-friendly explanations that any young reader can relate to. Paired with laugh-out-loud illustrations, this book is a sure-fire guide to amazing etiquette. Age Range: 8 - 12 yearsGrade Level: 3 - 7Hardcover: 128 pagesPublisher: National Geographic Children's Books (January 7, 2014)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 1426315007ISBN-13: 978-1426315008 From School Library Journal Gr 4 Up—As a child growing up in Virginia, Washington copied down the 110 rules of The Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation. As the book states in the foreword and introduction, etiquette is defined as the regulations that tell us how to act. This book takes a sampling of the rules that this Founding Father copied down and humorously portrays them. Each one is written in the original and then "translated" so that today's youth can understand; it is then followed by a couple of interesting and related facts, usually about Washington or about the time era. The real charm of the book, however, are the caricaturelike portraits that illustrate each point of etiquette. Readers will enjoy this fun, accessible read.—Esther Keller, I.S. 278, Brooklyn, NY From Booklist What were good manners for George Washington are still good manners for today’s youth (and adults). Kostyal has gleaned her 50 favorites from Washington’s 110 rules of etiquette, and in his refreshing caricature style, Harper has brought them to hilarious life. Each rule and its accompanying full-page illustration occupy a two-page spread. A rule is spelled as it was in Washington’s day and then it is followed by a modern-day interpretation and three comments attributed to Washington or a contemporary. Humor abounds throughout, from the etiquette rules themselves to the illustrations, all the while exposing readers to tips pertinent for today, yet often overlooked. As a bonus, readers will come away with a better sense of Washington as a person. A full list of the 110 rules is appended, in case you have a kid who needs really, really good manners. Grades 5-8. --J. B. Petty
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Type: Picture Book
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Book Title: George Washington's Rules to Live By : How to Sit, Stand, Smile, and Be Cool! a Good Manners Guide from the Father of Our Country
Number of Pages: 128 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Disney Publishing Worldwide
Publication Year: 2014
Topic: Social Topics / Manners & Etiquette, Biography & Autobiography / Historical, Humor / General
Item Height: 0.6 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Item Weight: 15.2 Oz
Author: George Washington
Item Length: 9.2 in
Item Width: 6.3 in
Format: Hardcover
