An alphabetical listing and explanation of terms relating to the Presidency, including the presidents and vice-presidents, the White House, presidential history, powers, policymaking, agencies, theories, advisors, accountability, and elections.

This encyclopedia offers an in-depth look at each US president and how he has shaped history. The text discusses both successes and struggles of each US president, plus information about their Cabinet members, Supreme Court appointments, and more. Sidebars featuring First Ladies provide information about their significant impacts on the country. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...

Recounts the story of America's fourth president, known as the Father of the Constitution, describing his early life in Virginia and his many years of service in public office.

Traces the life of the frontier clerk, storekeeper, lawyer, politician, and Civil War President.

A biography of the sixteenth President of the United States.

Examines the life of the lawyer politician who became the eighth president of the United States and led the country through its first serious depression.

A biography of the former motion picture actor who served two terms as the forthieth president of the United States.

Follows the life and career of the scholar and educator who was president of the United States during World War I.

Traces the life of the Virginia surveyor, soldier, and plantation owner who became the first president of the United States.