Phoebe the Spy, Judith Berry Griffin
Phoebe the Spy, Judith Berry Griffin
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Phoebe the Spy

Author: Judith Berry Griffin

Narrator: Judith Berry Griffin

Unabridged: 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/11/2024

Synopsis

Someone is planning to kill George Washington, and young Phoebe Fraunces is trying to save his life. Phoebe gets a job as George Washington's housekeeper, but her real job is to work as a spy. She listens and watches very carefully, and she meets her father every day to tell him what she has learned. One day Phoebe's father tells her that Washington is planning to leave town in a few days, and the person plotting against him will act before then. Phoebe is very frightened, but she is determined to figure out who is after Washington before it's too late. . . .

About The Author

Judith Griffin is an author of children’s books. Her work includes Phoebe the Spy, originally titled Phoebe the General, published by Penguin Random House.Margot Tomes was an American artist and children’s book illustrator, whose work has appeared in Newbery Honor books as well as New York Times Children’s Books of the Year. Her books illustrated for Penguin Random House include Phoebe the Spy; Anna, Grandpa, and the Big Storm; and What’s the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?

Reviews

Goodreads review by Luisa on June 30, 2018

Here's a fun book to start Independence Day week off with! Full of adventure and mystery that is sure to entertain the littles, it only takes about 30-40 minutes to read out loud and there's pictures on every page. Ages: 6 - 12 Cleanliness: mentions wine. Someone exclaims, "By God." **Like my reviews?......more

Goodreads review by SCES on January 17, 2011

This is a great little (true) story about how an African-American girl saved the life of George Washington. This would be a great addition to your study of the American Revolution. Kids seemed to enjoy! Many wonder why they have never heard of the story. -Susan......more

Goodreads review by Shannon on October 09, 2014

Kids enjoyed this book. Very good story! Would read again. Used for Week 5 for George Washington.......more

Goodreads review by Andrea on March 01, 2011

How a young girl discovers an assassination plot. The murderer is someone who is friendly and brings her gifts. Her watchfulness saves the day. Perfect for discussion with kids about who you can trust and what it means to be a hero.......more

Goodreads review by Stingle8 on July 29, 2017

It was ok.......more

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