white house (washington, d.c.)

Everybody knows the building at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. It's the White House, home to US presidents, first ladies, first children, and even first pets! But aren't you curious: why is the house white (and how many gallons of paint keep it that way)? Who built the place? How many rooms are in there and what are they used for? Where does the president work? Where does the first family live? Is there really a bowling alley in the White House? The lively text and interesting photographs in this fact-filled 8 x 8 will answer all these questions and more about daily life in the most famous house in America.

US presidents have lived at the White House since 1800. Some have added amenities, such as the movie theater, while others have made their mark by preserving historic fixtures and items. Readers are introduced to the bustling life of the White House, from the business of the West Wing to the East Wing's homey kitchen. Full-color photographs of past presidents and First Families add to the historical information about the "President's Palace." Fun fact boxes give additional, interesting detail. This inventive look at the best-known house in America will leave readers begging for a tour!.

Provides portraits and biographical sketches of all the First Ladies, and a short history of the White House.