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The presidents visual encyclopedia / [written by Philip Parker, Shannon Reed].

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: New York, New York : DK Publishing, [2021]Copyright date: ©2021Edition: Second edition; New editionDescription: 203 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780744037104
  • 0744037107
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
Presidents -- Notable first ladies -- The Constitution and the presidency -- Presidential places and vehicles -- Reference. US presidents state by state ; Extraordinary elections ; Vice presidents ; Political parties ; Presidential fun facts -- Glossary.
Summary: The ultimate visual guide to the 46 presidents of the United States of America.
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Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction 973.099 P242 Checked out 06/28/2024 33111009790813
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 973.099 P242 Available 33111010477616
Children's Book Children's Book Northport Library Children's NonFiction 973.099 P242 Available 33111009836848
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Discover America's rich history through the eyes of its commanders-in-chief, as well as notable first ladies, famous speeches, and major constitutional events, with this visual reference guide to the leaders of the United States. US Presidents and first ladies have changed domestic and foreign policy, supported movements such as women's suffrage and civil rights, and have led the country through significant historical moments that have shaped the nation into what it is today.

Pages of visual illustrations take children, adolescents, and adults on a journey through the achievements of all of the US Presidents. Filled with over 150 pages of visual timelines, kids will learn about the contribution each head of state had and the historical context surrounding their presidential term.

Learn about the 46 presidents, first ladies and historical speeches, moments that changed the course of the world- and American history. From the Declaration of Independence, Gettysburg Address, Abolition of Slavery, and both the most controversial and loved presidential offices.

An Essential Visual Guide to US Presidents and their Influence on America

This historical book introduces children to prominent US Presidents, notable first ladies, and prominent events. Beautifully illustrated to bring these pages of history to life, kids will learn about events that defined each presidential office from independence to the present day.

This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further, understand history, and the important role US Presidents had in shaping it:

* New edition updated to include the results from the November 2020 election
* Perfect introduction to the subject for young readers, packed with bite-sized information and nuggets of knowledge
* In association with the Smithsonian Institution
* Includes a full feature on every US president
* With additional fun facts about presidential life, where presidents were from, extraordinary elections, and a vice presidents timeline

At head of title: DK Smithsonian.

Includes index.

Presidents -- Notable first ladies -- The Constitution and the presidency -- Presidential places and vehicles -- Reference. US presidents state by state ; Extraordinary elections ; Vice presidents ; Political parties ; Presidential fun facts -- Glossary.

The ultimate visual guide to the 46 presidents of the United States of America.

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