washington (d.c.)

Text and illustrations look at the August 1963 March on Washington to demand equal rights for African-Americans.

Analyzes the core debates surrounding the Supreme Courts 1973 decision in Roe vs Wade, traces the case's history, and studies the impact it had on American society.

Explores the origins of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech and discusses the impact it had on American politics and society.

Follows gifted African-American student Cedric Jennings from his crime-infested high school in Washington D.C. to his junior year at Brown University, discussing the problems he encountered along the road out of the ghetto.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the White House and how it has changed over the past two hundred years.

Looks at some of the recreational opportunities available at the White House, including movies, bowling, swimming, and special events.

Follows the life of Rebecca the raccoon, who lived in the White House during Calvin Coolidge's presidency.

An inspiring biography introducing children to the civil rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the historic march on Washington in 1963.

"The true story behind the writing of Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' speech"--Provided by publisher.

"Jair Nobles still remembers how great it felt. After he and Zander Peterson rescued two girls at a party that got out of hand, other students were full of admiration. Acceptance felt awesome. But the attention was short-lived. His old life hadn't been happy, but at least it felt familiar. Looking back he could remember one bright moment. The night everyone thought he was a hero. He would do anything to feel like that again. Anything"--Back cover.