George Rogers Clark: Boy of the Northwest Frontier
This biography details the childhood adventures of George Rogers Clark. He was a notable figure was a courageous explorer and Revolutionary War hero whose bravery and leadership helped win the Battle of Vincennes. But what was he like as a child?
George’s boyhood curiosity and zest for exploration take center stage in this book. Readers experience his adventures while camping, riding horses, and playing with his childhood friend, Thomas Jefferson. Young explorers follow George into the woods, where he rescues a baby raccoon, outwits a hapless thief, saves a money bag, and hunts his first deer.
Special features include…
- A summary of Phillis’ adult accomplishments
- Fun facts sharing little-known tidbits of information about her
- A time line of her life.
