Bella's father has an important role to play when President George Washington comes to visit the Jewish community of Newport, Rhode Island.

But Bella has her own job to do--coming up with a way for the Jewish children of Newport to show the president how much they appreciate the support he's given them. Young voices count in this story based on true events.

Rachelle Burk writes fiction and nonfiction books for children. She also entertains kids as Mother Goof Storyteller and Tickles the Clown. Rachelle is a retired social worker who enjoys traveling and making mosaic art. Visit rachelleburk.com.