| The White House: Introducing Primary Sources Contributor(s): Clay, Kathryn (Author) |
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ISBN: 1515763560 ISBN-13: 9781515763567 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $27.59 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Symbols, Monuments, National Parks, Etc. - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Politics & Government |
| Dewey: 975.3 |
| LCCN: 2017009742 |
| Lexile Measure: 740 |
| Series: Introducing Primary Sources |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 7.9" W x 8.8" (0.65 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Locality - Washington, D.C. - Geographic Orientation - District of Columbia - Cultural Region - Mid-Atlantic |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 190522 Reading Level: 4.5 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The White House has stood as a symbol for America and the U.S. presidency since President John Adams walked through its doors in 1800. Using primary sources, young readers hear the story behind the most important house in the country from people who were there when it was built. Engaging text, colorful photos, sidebars, and a variety of primary sources introduce readers to the White House. |
Contributor Bio(s): Clay, Kathryn: - Kathryn Clay has written more than 40 nonfiction children's books about everything from dancing to dinosaurs. She also teaches college writing courses. She has a Master's of Arts in Literature from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Kathryn lives in southern Minnesota with her husband and daughter. |