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Provides information on the White House, its history as the home of the president of the United States, how it was built, its many renovations, and an introduction to many of the presidents who lived there.

Archivist Beecher White discovers a connection that may link the individuals responsible for the only four successful assassinations of American Presidents after discovering a modern-day killer who is recreating the assassins' crimes.

Introduces children to the history of the White House, explaining how it became the President's home, what role it plays in the American government, and how it became a national symbol.

With the aid of their magical spyglass, Mattie, Alex, and Sophie Chapman travel to Washington, D.

Introduces children to the history of Washington, D.C., explaining how the city was created, how it became the nation's capitol, and why it plays such an important role in United States government.

In this book, children learn about Abraham Lincoln and his memorial in Washington, D.

Photographs, maps, and simple text introduce young readers to the Washington Monument and what it symbolizes for America.

With the help of their rambunctious dog, Hooligan, seven-year-old Tessa and ten-year-old Cammie, daughters of the first female president, investigate when Dorothy's ruby slippers vanish while on loan to the White House.

Former con artist and Harvard Law student Mike Ford accepts a position with the DC-based Davies Group, a consulting firm whose specialty is pulling strings for the five hundred most powerful people inside the Beltway.

In 1978, Merle is in her first year at the Corcoran School of Art.

Washington, D.C., best friends Jackie, Lettie, and Laura Beth, the daughters of very powerful parents, struggle to cope with the death of a fourth friend, Taylor, in a mysterious accident as long-kept secrets and new students in their senior class test their bond.

Chronicles the history of the monument that honors our first president, discussing its design, financing, long period of construction, controversies, completion, dedication, and symbolism.

Examines the friendship between Mary Todd Lincoln and her dressmaker, Elizabeth Keckley, who offered Mrs.

Explains the reasons surrounding the War of 1812, describes the significant events before and after the burning of Washington, D.

Traces the history of Washington, D.C., discussing the construction of some of the capital city's most important buildings and monuments, and introducing the people behind their design.