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21) The White House
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Traces the history of the White House, the official residence of American presidents, and discusses its significance to the people of the United States.
22) White House
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An introduction to the home of the United States president, including its history and design and construction.
24) The White House
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Introduces young readers to the history of the White House, explaining why it is important and describing the rooms where the president works and lives.
27) The White House
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A simple introduction to the White House, including its history, designer, construction, location, and importance as a symbol of the United States.
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"An in-depth look at the most famous home in the United States, this kid-friendly activity book educates young readers on the White House. Blending facts from numerous primary sources with engaging anecdotes--from learning that George Washington never actually slept in the White House and Abraham Lincoln never slept in the Lincoln Bedroom to how Gerald Ford's daughter Susan held her high school prom in the White House--this book provides the complete...
29) The White House
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This book, a combination of a printed book and online content, tells about the White House, the home of the president of the United States.
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“Lincoln's White House” is the first book devoted to capturing the look, feel, and smell of the executive mansion from Lincoln's inauguration in 1861 to his assassination in 1865. James Conroy brings to life the people who knew it, from servants to cabinet secretaries. We see the constant stream of visitors, from ordinary citizens to visiting dignitaries and diplomats. Conroy enables the reader to see how the Lincolns lived and how the administration...
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Some of the hilarious un-presidential moments you'll witness include Gerald Ford stumbling off Air Force One, Ronald Reagan catching a few winks during a live news conference, George Bush sliding head-first down a bowling alley, Bill Clinton yukking it up with Boris Yelstin and much more! This is an affectionate tribute to our nation's leaders as they slip, slide, misspell, misspeak, bumble and blunder their way into history.
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The book traces the changing appearance of the White House through many administrations. It describes life in the White House under different presidents as well as its great furniture, paintings, collections of china, vermeil, and the furnishings of the official rooms.
Describes the mansion's history, architecture, and contents.
35) The White House
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the White House to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.
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In the post-9/11 world, where the stakes have dramatically escalated, the Secret Service agent is the first and last defense for the President of the United States. Agents operate in an arena where there is no margin for error. Go inside and meet the dedicated men and women who are sworn to protect the President at any cost. Get an agent's-eye view of the daily challenges faced through the decades by Secret Service veterans, from keeping tabs on the...
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"Since 1800, this stately building in Washington, D.C., has served as the office and home of the president of the United States. But if the stories are true, some of its past residents never left! In this book, readers learn about the background of the White House, an icon of U.S. history. Photographs and primary sources provide readers with a glimpse into the lives of the men, women, and children who once lived there. From First Lady Abigail Adams...