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A young lifeguard who saved over fifty people’s lives
An actor who starred in fifty-three motion pictures and over sixty television shows
One of the most beloved presidents of the twentieth century

From his childhood in rural Illinois to moviemaking days in Hollywood and on to a career in politics that took him all the way to the Oval Office, Ronald Reagan kept an abiding faith in America and in what our country stood for. The oldest president ever, he survived a near-fatal assassination attempt and lived to be 93. Who Was Ronald Reagan? covers his life and times in a balanced, entertaining way for children. More than 100 black-and-white illustrations fill out the portrait of our fortieth president.

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Home-schooled
A great athlete
The very first president of the brand-new United States

In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. With over 100 black-and-white illustrations, Washington’s fascinating story comes to life – revealing the real man, not just the face on the dollar bill!

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A bookworm who could read for fifteen hours straight and owned more than 6,000 books
A self-taught architect who designed his own home, the Virginia statehouse, and the University of Virginia
The author of the Declaration of Independence and the third president of the United States

Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It’s true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation’s most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here’s a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father’s remarkable and complicated life.

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Born to a family of farmers, Lincoln stood out from an early age—literally! (He was six feet four inches tall.) As sixteenth President of the United States, he guided the nation through the Civil War and saw the abolition of slavery. But Lincoln was tragically shot one night at Ford’s Theater—the first President to be assassinated. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations and maps are included.

With black-and-white illustrations and an easy-to-read narrative in each book, readers will enjoy discovering more about the lives and times of these historic leaders.

When the much-loved President visited Ireland in 1963, he described it as the best four days of his life and, for a generation of Irish people, it was a trip they never forgot. In this warmly told, big-hearted picture book, Ryan captures the fevered excitement in the build-up to JFK’s visit – all evoked through the eyes of a young boy called Patrick who wants to know, more than anything, what it would feel like to shake the President’s hand… Rooted in historical fact, and marking the centenary of JFK’s birth, this feast of a book offers readers a very pure and personal take on JFK’s visit to County Wexford and includes a timeline in the back matter.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author, Pulitzer Prize winner, and leading historian Doris Kearns Goodwin comes an essential middle grade guide to Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Roosevelt, and Lyndon Johnson and how they became leaders.

All four presidents profiled grew up and lived in very different worlds—Lincoln was poor and self-educated; Theodore Roosevelt hailed from an elegant home in the heart of New York City; Franklin Roosevelt loved the outdoors surrounding his family’s rural estate; and Lyndon Johnson’s modest childhood home had no electricity or running water. So how did each of them do it—rise to become President of the United States? What did these four kids have individually—and have in common—that catapulted them to lead America through some of its most turbulent times?

The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations.

This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the US presidents. Children aged 9+ will learn all about their early lives and political careers, with full-colour photographs of campaign memorabilia, family portraits, handwritten letters, mementos and more.

Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the US presidents, you can expect to find:

A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.
A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.
A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.

Eyewitness US Presidents introduces children to fun facts and iconic speeches, as well as presidential libraries, homes and national parks. Children can discover how Abraham Lincoln saved the Union, why teddy bears are named after Theodore Roosevelt, and how Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase.

Engage with eye-opening visuals, including maps, photographs, and personal artefacts that illustrate the war’s impact on soldiers and civilians alike. This all-encompassing guide is packed with facts, diagrams and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning.

So, what’s new?

Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

Explore the series!

Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

National Geographic presents the 45 individuals who have led the U.S. in this up-to-date, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated family, school, and library reference.

Key features include:
New foreword from Sharon McMahon, author of the New York Times best seller The Small and the Mighty and host of the award-winning podcast Here’s Where It Gets Interesting
Information about the 2024 election results
Comprehensive profiles of all the former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms
Thematic spreads covering a variety of topics from the history of voting rights and the impeachment process to White House traditions and the career paths that led to the presidency
Full-page portraits, famous quotes, and fascinating facts to help kids get to know each leader