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President William Howard Taft’s first day in office turns into an unexpected splash when he finds himself stuck in a bathtub on inauguration day. In this illustrated picture book, author Mac Barnett and illustrator Chris Van Dusen bring humor and charm to the scene, depicting a parade of well‑meaning yet inept cabinet members scrambling to rescue the exasperated leader. The story turns a mundane domestic mishap into an engaging, family‑friendly adventure that celebrates history with a splash of wit.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mac Barnett
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