Books with title Washington D.C.

The United States capital is home to some of the country's greatest monuments, memorials, and museums.Rookie Read-About: American Symbols series gives the youngest reader (Ages 3-6) an introduction to history and significance of America's symbols. Each book includes chapters that help readers identify key details while the photographs, timelines and other text features encourage students to make connections between historical events.United States capital hosts beautiful public spaces and buildings welcome all who visit, and encourage them to learn about this great nation.

From the rich history of the National Archives to the famous Lincoln Memorial, there's lots to see and do in Washington, DC! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Washington, DC special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.

The Blast to the Past friends must convince George Washington to keep fighting the Revolutionary War—because the future of America depends on the decision of this very important founding father!Abigail and her friends have an important job today: They must convince George Washington to stay in Valley Forge and continue to fight the Revolutionary War. The future of America depends on him! Turns out, General Washington is extremely stubborn. No matter what the kids say, or where they take him, they can’t get him to change his mind. Will Abigail and the boys succeed, or will the father of the United States become just a blip in history?

An introduction to sightseeing in the U.S.'s capitol.Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: American Symbols series gives the youngest reader (Ages 6-7) an introduction to history and significance of America's symbols. Each book includes chapters that help readers identify key details while the photographs, and other text features encourage students to make connections on their own.

Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Washington, D.C. to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current facts on the United States capitol and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Keep history on track—that’s an order! Abigail and her friends have an important job today: They must convince George Washington to stay in Valley Forge and continue to fight the Revolutionary War. The future of America depends on him! Turns out, General Washington is superstubborn. No matter what the kids say, or where they take him, they can’t get him to change his mind. Will Abigail and the boys succeed, or will the father of our country become just a blip in history?

See our nation's capital like never before!In almost 100 entries from A to Z discover little-known lore, hidden history, and quotable quotes about Washington D.C.Throughout the book, humorous full-color cartoons enhance the funny, strange, and intriguing details behind important landmarks and the people who have come to the capital to run the nation’s business, celebrate, protest, live in the thick of it or just visit. From the aluminum tip of the towering Washington Monument to the marble bathtubs in the Capital building’s basement, this book offers a top to bottom look at Washington D.C. and its eclectic history that will enchant visitors and locals alike. The end papers feature a comprehensive map of the District showing locations of key buildings including The White House, The Washington Monument, The Lincoln Memorial, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and The Capitol building as well as many other important locations.A Junior Library Guild selection!

Interested in learning about Washington, D.C.'s most popular attractions? Perhaps you'd prefer to know when it entered the Union or what the capitol looks like. Welcome to the U.S.A. takes readers on an unforgettable adventure through Washington, D.C., while simultaneously offering only the most informative details related to history, agriculture, industry, and tourism. For the first time ever, kids can enjoy all the excitement of a Washington, D.C. vacation from the comfort of their own home.