Hillsdale College

Thomas Jefferson: A Picture Book Biography

Written by James Cross Giblin
Illustrated by Michael Dooling

Grade:
2-5
ISBN-13:
978-0439810678
Publisher:
Scholastic Paperback Nonfiction (2006)

Beautifully illustrated with oil paintings, this biography shares a more detailed personal account of Jefferson’s life. Suitable for later elementary readers, this story follows the life of Jefferson, from his boyhood until his death. With compelling details and sidelights, the author shares the significant events of Jefferson’s career, as well as personal details that shed light on the complexity of his character. Brought to life with full page illustrations, this biography tells the life of a man of great intellect, courage, deliberation, and responsibility. 

Lives of Virtue

Thomas Jefferson
Driven by patriotism and the courage to risk everything for a new nation, Thomas Jefferson authored the Declaration of Independence, then guided that nation through his presidency with careful deliberation and sound good judgment.