Books on Presidents!

Here I have researched various books about presidents that will help students gain insight on past presidents' experiences, challenges, early life, etc. was like for them. It is important for children to know about the presidents, as they are a key element of our nation's history. It is also important for children to understand why we have a president in office, and what it means to have a democratic society. Enjoy.

1. What Does the President Do? by Amanda Miller. This has current president, Barack Obama, on the cover page and is a very engaging/factual resource.

2. Scholastic: I Grew Up to Be President by Laurie Calkhoven. Personal favorite.

3. Lives of the Presidents by Kathleen Krull. This shows more of the maternal side, as well as random facts, of these presidents.

4. So You Want to Be President? by Judith St. George. This story helps kids understand more of the judicial system side of the presidency.

5. If You Please, President Lincoln! by Harriette Gillem Robinet. This story talks about the Emancipation Proclamation and slavery.

6. Franklin D. Roosevelt by Sue Vander Hook. This story is all about the life of President Roosevelt, the only president to be elected four times.

7. Brain Quest Presidents. I loved doing Brain Quest challenges in school. This little game/book will help students gain insight about the various presidents in a fun way.

8. Presidents FYI by Gary Drevitch. This book has random facts about different presidents that will surely spark a conversation in the classroom or lunch table.

9. Discovery Welcome to My World: Presidents of the USA by Parragon Inc. Many interesting facts!

10. Presidents' Day by Anne Rockwell. This book, I believe, is a picture book with different facts about presidents and Presidents' Day.