Skipping Through the ABC’s of History

Mom’s Choice Award Winner-Gold
Outstanding Young Contributors: Illustration

ABC s of History will not only educate, it will entertain readers of all ages! A must for the home, classroom, and every library.

Learning to write well will help you in any direction you decide to take in your life. I was lucky enough to have two dreams come true winning the Daytona 500 and creating the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation. Without proper writing skills these goals could not have been accomplished. We, as Americans, owe it to our forefathers to carry on our traditions that we cherish so much. If we do not have our next generation educated to be leaders for our country and the world, we will falter as a country. My family and I are very excited about Cluster Springs new book and we congratulate all of the students who took advantage of this wonderful opportunity –Ward Burton, Champion Daytona 500, Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation

I am proud to express my support for Cluster Spring s Skipping Through the ABC’s of Virginia History . This fresh, new portrait of Virginia history is the unique journey of the 2010 students of Cluster Springs. It provides a wonderful opportunity for them to build and improve writing skills, enhance creativity, and learn lessons of teamwork and perseverance. From the establishment of Jamestown in 1607, to voting for the first African American president in 2008, Virginia has a bold and diverse blend of history. I look forward to taking this historical journey through the young eyes of Cluster Springs. I commend each of you for undertaking this monumental task, and encourage every elementary school in Virginia to add Skipping Through the ABC’s of Virginia History to their curriculum. –Dietra Y. Trent, Ph.D. Former Deputy Secretary of Education Commonwealth of Virginia

When I was Virginia’s State Superintendent for Public Instruction and oversaw the development of the Standards of Learning, I never dreamed that they would lead students in elementary school to write a book. What a wonderfully creative way to implement the SOL’s! Reading, writing, and arithmetic are still the cornerstones of a good education which is more essential today than ever before. You are the future of this county, state, and nation. I commend each one of you for your participation in this most unique and worthwhile project –Paul D. Stapleton, Superintendent Halifax County Public Schools