washington (d.c.)

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Stillwatch

1988
A talented television journalist seems to have everything going for her--except that she has moved back into the Georgetown mansion where a terrible crime once took place.

The Library of Congress

1998
Describes the history of the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, and discusses its current collections and challenges.

The Capitol Building

2008
An introduction to the capitol building in Washington, D.C., that describes its structure, uses, and construction.

Our U.S. Capitol

2008
Describes the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. including its history.

The White House

2007
An illustrated introduction to the White House, the official residence of the U.S. president, located in Washington, D.C.

The Lincoln Memorial

2006
Presents a children's book for early readers that describes the Lincoln Memorial, why and how it was built, and its location on the National Mall in Washington, DC.

Ready or not

an all-American girl novel
2008
Now a high school junior, Samantha tries to decide whether to continue dating David, the President's son, as she juggles a real job, art lessons, and a trip to Camp David for Thanksgiving.

The 1963 civil rights march

2005
Presents an account of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom which took place on August 28, 1963, examines events that inspired the march, and discusses the history of the civil rights movement.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s I have a dream speech in translation

what it really means
2009
Presents Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech, explaining its meaning and significance throughout history.

Cherry blossoms say spring

2012
Examines the life cycle of a cherry tree, the history behind the gift of the Japanese cherry trees to our nation's capital and the association of cherry trees and spring.

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