Thomas Jefferson's legacy as founding father and author of the
Declaration of Independence makes him an unforgettable all-star in
American history. But what was he like as a child?
In this narrative biography, you'll learn all about the childhood of
Thomas Jefferson--from his birth on April 13, 1743, in Shadwell,
Virginia (the third of ten children), to his study of languages from an
early age, to his love of horseback riding and nature.
Find out what Jefferson did for fun--and how his childhood and education
led him to write the Declaration of Independence and lead a new nation
as the third president of the United States.