Don't you Dare Shoot That Bear! by Robert Quackenbush

I admit it, I have trouble reading biographies. I don't remember details enough, but...this one I found entertaining as well as well written. I've looked through Quakenbush's biographies several times because of his unique cartoon style on the pages instead of the typical format. This time I actually read it. It's about Theodore Roosevelt... emphasizing his love of reading and how he overcame asthma to do many strong and courageous things. It's pretty straightforward as it needs to be for third graders. For humor, there are teddy bears across the bottom of the page to comment on what was at the top frequently just expressing nonsense opinions as teddy bears frequently do. The words "captured the hearts and sympathy of millions" is a phrase I've heard from the press many times, but here it fit. It emphasizes his honesty, fair play, love of his family and children and his efforts towards conservation. He was truly an amazing bear.