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Cherry blossoms say spring
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Jill Esbaum |
Looks at 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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The White House
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Jon Wilson |
Traces the historical development of the home of the presidents of the United States, describing how the mansion has grown from six rooms in 1798 to 132 rooms today. |
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Washington, D.C.
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Sanders |
This book includes a brief history of Washington, D.C., the home of the nation's government, and describes the Capitol building, the White House, the Supreme Court building, the Washington Monument, … |
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Shaping a President
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Kelli Peduzzi |
Follows the work of the sculptor Neil Estern during the creation of the memorial in Washington, D.C. which features the former president, first lady, and their dog Fala. |
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The burning of Washington
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Mary Kay Phelan |
Examines the events preceding, during, and after the British campaign to capture Washington, D.C., during the War of 1812. |
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A kid's guide to Washington, D.C
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Diane C. Clark |
Presents a travel guide to Washington, D.C., featuring games, puzzles, and other activities. |
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The Washington Monument
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Frederic Gilmore |
Describes the history of the Washington Monument, how it was built, and what it represents. |
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The White House
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Tristan Boyer Binns |
Discusses the history and construction of the home of the United States president and describes its public and private rooms, resident pets, and number of fireplaces. |
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The Thomas Jefferson Memorial
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Terri DeGezelle |
A simple introduction to the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, including its history, designer, construction, location, and importance as a symbol of the United States. |
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