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Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Presidents' Day celebrates the birthdays of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and all U.S. presidents. Some people go to parades, visit historical sites, or read books about presidents. Others dress up in costumes. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The House That George Built takes readers through the process of how the presidents house came to bestarting with the contest George held to choose the perfect design for this legendary landmark, all the way to President John Adamss move into the grandiose home. Cleverly written in the familiar format of "The House That Jack Built," author Suzanne Slade supplements her rhyming verse with lively conversational prose, describing how George was involved...
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Now even the youngest patriots can learn about America's presidential history with this bright and playful board book. Highlighting ten of the most memorable presidents and featuring all forty-four on the last page, parents and presidents-in-training alike will love sharing this fun primer full of age-appropriate facts, leadership skills, and White House history
11) The presidency
Author
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book surveys the person and the office of the president of the United States, covering such aspects as its history, the role of the first lady, the vice presidency, life in the White House, and campaigning.
Pub. Date
c2013
Formats
Description
America's unique form of democracy separates power among three branches of government: the legislative, judicial and executive. The President of the United States, who heads the executive branch, holds the position that most embodies the aspirations of the American people. Join HISTORY for a fresh perspective on how the Oval Office has evolved over the past 200 years through stories about and learn about the 43 men who have served as Commander in...
16) Presidents' Day
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the history of Presidents' Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated. Includes online content that contains weblinks, audio and video clips, activities, and other features.
Author
Pub. Date
c1992
Description
"Celebrating the White House on its two hundredth anniversary, this special volume invites you to visit 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and to meet the people who live and work there. You will be entertained with amusing anecdotes about the residents, peek at rarely seen views of family life, and observe behind-the-scenes plans for gala weddings and milestone events."--BOOK JACKET. "From the focal point of the Oval Office where Presidents make decisions...