George Washington and the General's Dog

Our first president loved dogs. So what happened when he found a lost dog after a battle?

By: Frank Murphy

Discovery Questions

If you found a lost animal, how would you take care of it? How would you find its owner? Write about it. Share your story with an adult.
George returned General Howe's dog to him. It was a very kind thing to do for an enemy. Why was it the right thing to do, or the wrong thing to do? Talk about it with an adult.
People have fought wars for thousands of years. Why? Why are people so quick to use guns and bombs when often the disputes can be solved with words? Talk about this with an adult.
Pretend you are General Howe. Write a letter to George Washington thanking him for returning your dog. Share your letter with an adult.

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