monuments

Discusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument to Abraham Lincoln and the freedom, equality, and justice he personified.

Explores the history of the Washington Monument from it's initial conception in 1783 and it's connection to the Egyptian obelisks to other obelisks around the world.

Covers Thomas Jefferson's achievements, the history and symbolism of the Jefferson Memorial, and its construction, grand opening, and current use.

Discusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument to Abraham Lincoln and the freedom, equality, and justice he personified.

Describes the history of the Lincoln Memorial, how it was built, and what it represents.

Photographs and text introduce readers to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., discussing why it was built, how it was constructed and why it is a national symbol.

Traces the history of the Jefferson Memorial, a Washington, D.C. monument built to honor the third president, and discusses its significance to the people of the United States.

This picture book provides an overview of the significance, history, and current state of the Jefferson Memorial. Key words and more detailed facts are provided at the end of the book, to help adults round out young readers' knowledge on the topic.

Look at that giant statue! What did this person do to earn his own monument in Washington, DC? Join Mr. Williams's class on a field trip to the Lincoln Memorial to find out. Ranger May gives the students a tour, tells them about the Civil War, and talks a Full-Color Illustrations, Further Reading, Glossary, Index, Original Artwork, Table of Contents, Websites.

Explores the myths, facts, and legends associated with the Washington Monument.