Thomas Jefferson: A Life of Patriotism

People of Character

by Tonya Leslie

Look on a nickel and you'll find the face of Thomas Jefferson! This book introduces young readers to Thomas Jefferson, a patriot and president who deeply loved his country.

24 pages, Library Binding

First published August 1, 2007

About the author

Tonya Leslie PhD. is an educational consultant and works as a researcher, editor, program developer and professional development service provider. Tonya is also an author of several children’s book including, True You: Sometimes I Feel Ugly and Other Truths About Growing Up which was featured by Oprah. More information about Tonya’s work can be found at www.tonyaleslie.com.

Reviews

[Ruth Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a Level 4 Blastoff Reader in the "People of Character Series". Readers will learn that patriotism is loving your country and also giving of your time & talent to make your country a great place. Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence and later became the third president of our country. I thought this was a good introductory level information book. Kids will find the glossary helpful but I think a few more details could have been added. For example, instead of just showing Mount Rushmore and the Jefferson Memorial in WAshington D.C., these pictures should have had a caption or been labeled in some fashion.