Theodore Roosevelt

By Stephanie Sammartino McPherson

Upon President William McKinleys assassination in 1901, Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest person to serve as president of the United States up to that time. Taking a powerful and energetic approach to leading the country, he called for many reforms, such as Anti-Trust laws and strong foreign policy. He cared deeply about preserving the natural landscape. During his presidency, he protected 40 million acres in national forests, and created 5 national parks and 51 national wildlife refuges. He was also the first president to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Roosevelt was a boisterous man, full of life and energy, despite being a sickly child. He was also the inspiration for the Teddy Bear. In this informative book, follow Roosevelt as he commanded troops in the Spanish-American War, went on hunting expeditions all over the world and led the nation.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0822509997
• ISBN13: 9780822509998
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Lerner Publications
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8