A fun take on history from Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz

George Washington Allen, a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know, is determined to learn all there is to know about his namesake, including what the first president ate for breakfast

The sprightly, humorous story and likable colored illustrations bring history alive and make research meaningful. --Booklist

A delightful book. The plot combines history, biography, research, cooking and a determined child.--The New York Times Book Review

Younger and reluctant readers may enjoy this, as it offers a painless way of picking up information.--School Library Journal