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Value of Leadership: The Story of Winston Churchill (Value Tales)
Value of Leadership The Story of Winston Churchill - Value Tales Author:Ann Donegan Johnson, Steve Pileggi (Illustrator) The book tells of Winston's lonely childhood and challenging experiences at boarding school. He is comforted by an imaginary lion named George. Winston gradually learns self-confidence and how to stand up for what he believes. After joining the army, Winston finds the courage to face danger and lead other soldiers. In later life he enters po... more »litics and works to make his country strong enough to defend itself. He inspires others to stand fast when faced with danger and disappointment.
Like other books in the ValueTales series, this book uses a real-life person to exemplify an important value. It is suitable for reading by children in the later elementary school grades. A "Historical Facts" section at the book's end summarizes Churchill's life in a single-page bio form suitable for adults.« less