Did you know that Thomas Jefferson's mother ran a plantation by herself, or that Abraham Lincoln's mother was a wrestler? James Madison's mom called him "Jemmy" and made his shirts while he went to college, and Woodrow Wilson created Mother's Day to celebrate all mothers--especially his. Join Beverly Gherman and Julie Downing in this celebration of the women behind the White House. Gherman delightfully dishes fun facts about each mother, and Downing's lively illustrations are sure to enthrall and entertain. AUTHOR: Beverly Gherman has written biographies about authors, dancers, presidents, scientists, and artists. Her engaging child accessible style has won her many fans and many awards, including a Claifornia Library association Beatty Award, a Booklist Editors' Choice award, a Golden Kite Honor, a Smithsonian Notable Book award, and an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award. Julie Downing has written and/or illustrated over 30 picture books. For Clarion, she has illustrated The Firekeeper's Son by Linda Sue Park, among others. Her books have received a Parents' Choice Award and a New York Public Library Best Books Award. She lives in San Francisco, California. For more information visit www.juliedowning.com. ILLUSTRATIONS: Colour
