A New & Different George Washington Book for kids!
Winner of the Colonial Dames of America Young Readers Award
George Washington's Spectacular Spectacles Is honored!
Thrilled to share that George Washington’s Spectacular Spectacles: The Glasses that Saved America, created with the brilliant Jenn Harney's art, has been named the 2026 Young Readers Award Winner by the Colonial Dames of America.
A George Washington Book For Kids Like No Other
A spectacular New York Times Book review!
America250
Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary of Independence!
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence! Check out all of Selene's books that educate young readers about our founders' momentous struggles to free America, in an unforgettable, poignant human light.
Discussion Guide For My New George Washington Book
Making George Washington Relatable
A George Washington Book That Brings Him To Life!
No other children's George Washington book portrays George Washington at his most vulnerable — and most relatable — moment. Young readers will appreciate and learn from how he solves his biggest challenge and finds the courage to reveal his secret to save democracy!
The Process Behind the Book
How I Wrote My Latest George Washington Book
My fellow Calkins Creek Books author Beth Anderson invited me to write a blog post about my experience writing this George Washington book. As usual, what I learned applies to both life and writing.
New Release Buzz!
My new book made the list of ten upcoming books to note in School Library Journal's 100 Scope Notes! Travis Jonker, an elementary school librarian in Michigan, whittled down a list of 1172 books! I'm thrilled & honored.
A Historical Award
The Colonial Dames of America honored George Washington's Spectacular Spectacles with their 2026 Young Readers Award! They recognize non-fiction books of merit that focus on American life/themes.
An exceptional book for social studies classrooms
Notable Social Studies Trade Books Award
George Washington's Spectacular Spectacles was chosen by The Children's Book Council and the National Council of the Social Studies for this award, which honors "exceptional books to use in social studies classrooms, selected by social studies teachers."
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