Product Description

The childhood adventures of the ninth American president are featured in the latest addition to the Young Patriots Series of fictional biographies for children. When William Henry's sister Sally tumbled into the river, was he able to save her? What happened when he discovered a wounded enemy soldier close to his home? What secret did he learn about his new tutor?

Find the answers to these questions and more as William Henry Harrison grows from a young boy to the famous soldier who defeated Tecumseh at the Battle of Tippecanoe, became governor of the Indiana Territory, and won the presidency of the United States.

In the pages of "William Henry Harrison, Young Tippecanoe" young readers ages 7-12 will meet a real child who makes the same mistakes as they do, plays games that may be different in form but the same in concept, and even disobeys his parents! At the same time, children will see the positive qualities that foreshadowed the hero William Henry would become.

Start your child's collection of the Young Patriots Series today, and don't forget to check out Volume 1, "Amelia Earhart Young Air Pioneer."

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1856393 in Books
• Published on: 2000-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 112 pages

Review
"Reveals how storytelling can turn dusty historical figures into friends and heroes." -- Today's Librarian

The book provides a much needed look into the early life of a famous American. -- Kay W. Terry, Ed.D, Coordinator of Basic Programs K-5, School of Integrated Studies in Teacher Education, Western Kentucky University

About the Author
Howard H. Peckham was a professor emeritus of history, Director of the Clements Library at the University of Michigan, and Director of the Indiana Historical Bureau. In addition to his many accomplishments in the field of history, he was a founder and early editor of American Heritage. He was the author of numerous historical works for adults, and, in addition to "William Henry Harrison, Young Tippecanoe," wrote "Pontiac, Young Ottawa Leader" and "Nathanael Greene, Independent Boy."

Customer Reviews

A Great Read
William Henry Harrison, second book in the Young Patriots Series, doesn't disappoint, but makes an excellent read, and both entertains and educates. The illustratins are simply wonderful and truly enhance the story. Geared to the 8 to 12 year old, it's a must on every family bookshelf!

A welcome, highly recommended biography for kids.
William Henry Harrison holds the distinction of being the United States President who delivered the longest inaugural address and served the shortest time (30 days) before he also became the first president to die in office. William Henry Harrison: Young Tippecanoe is a superb biography for young readers ages 8 to 12, written by the late Howard Peckham, and originally published in 1951. Featuring the childhood adventures of our ninth president (including the thrilling rescue of his sister from drowning when he was only seven, and the courageous capture of a British soldier just one year later when he was eight, William Henry Harrison is a welcome, very highly recommended addition to school and community biography collections for children and part of the Patria Press newly designed "Young Patriots" series.

Good book
Used for a President book report. Child age 7. We read it together. It held his attention and showed Presidents were once children. Good book; however, difficult words at times. Needed my help on most pages. Still would recommend this book.