Shea, P. D. (2009). Noah Webster: Weaver of Words. Honesdale, Pennsylvania: Calkins Creek.
This lovely intermediate picture book is a biography about the well known American, Noah Webster. Noah Webster is known for being a famous lexicographer, a dictionary maker. It is amazing how many other things Mr. Webster contributed to America. He loved learning and writing. He made many contributions to public education and is known as the “schoolmaster to America.” This energetic man did it all so to speak, from being a farmer, soldier, and teacher to being a lawyer, wordsmith, author and speaker. You must read this book to discover more about the real Noah Webster!
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Discussion Questions:
In what ways was Noah Webster involved in education? Which of his influences do we still see in schools today?
In what way(s) can you connect your life to Noah Webster? (What things did he do that affect your life today)?
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