Franklin D. Roosevelt: The Making of America #5

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The fifth book in the Making of America series, Franklin D. Roosevelt examines the life of Americas 32nd president: his birth into one of Americas elite families, his domineering mother, his marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt, his struggle with polio, and his political career. A Democrat, Roosevelt (18821945) won a record four presidential elections and is the longest-serving US president. During his time in office, he led the country through the Great Depression and World War II, and helped to redefine the role of the US government with the New Deal. Scholars often rate him as one of the three greatest presidents, along with George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The book includes selections from FDRs writings in addition to endnotes, a bibliography, and an index.

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"Kanefield affords readers the opportunity to 'see' Roosevelt as his contemporaries might have. Readers more familiar with Eleanor Roosevelt than her husband will find this title a valuable counterpoint, and students seeking a general American history of the period will benefit from its well-defined focus." -- "The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"
"Kanefield provides readers with an intimate examination of Franklin Delano Roosevelt . . . it flows in a friendly and welcoming style that reluctant readers will appreciate."-- "Kirkus Reviews"
"Some issues presented in this history are uniquely similar to those present in today's politics, making them worthy of comparison in a history or government classroom. Equally compelling is the number of quotes that originated from Roosevelt that are taken as clichs now. Again, the history and context of these quotes would make good discussion topics for history, government, or English classrooms." -- "School Library Connection"
"This evenhanded overview of FDR walks a middle path perfect for middle grade readers. A commendable addition to school and public library collections."-- "School Library Journal"

Author Bio

Teri Kanefield is a lawyer and the author of The Girl from the Tar Paper School, The Extraordinary Suzy Wright, the Making of America series, and more. Her awards include the Jane Addams Childrens Book Award and the Carter G. Woodson Book Award. She lives in San Luis Obispo, on the central California coast.