Read along and discover our nation's first president with the illustrated I am George Washington by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos. This biography was written specifically for younger children ages 5 to 8 with colorful illustrations and a simple text taking kids through the timeline of George Washington's life, through his birth and childhood, through his military career, his leadership of the Continental Army, and his presidency. Children will learn important lessons on leadership and bravery, from one of our nation's founding fathers.