Can't You Make Them Behave, King George?

Can't You Make Them Behave, King George?
Jean Fritz

McCann & Geoghegan 
New York
1977

This is funny book that explains who King George is and what he did. It explains both fun facts and informational facts. It also discusses the time period of the American Revolution. It gives reasons as to why the American rebelled in the early stages. This book discusses this time period accurately but also with a sense of humor. 



Noteworthy Features:

• Illustrations: Tomi DePaola illustrated for this book in his typical manner.
• Humor: This book is written in a funny but educational and accurate manner.

Teachers should use this book when discussing the American Revolution. It gives an accurate depiction of what was happening, but from the perspective of King George. It also is a bibliography of King George. Students will be engaged in this book because of its funny nature. 

Links to Classroom Activities:

• Lesson Plan 
• Word Wall Words 
• Online Quiz