George Washington Coloring Page

George Washington grew up in Virginia and worked as a surveyor when he was a teenager. In 1775 he was chosen to lead the Continental Army, and he spent eight years leading it through hard winters, like the one at Valley Forge, until the colonies won their independence.

In 1789 he became the first president, and he chose to step down after two terms. That set an example other presidents followed for more than 140 years. His home, Mount Vernon in Virginia, is now a museum you can visit.