washington (d.c.)

When military-style attacks erupt, brutally sidelining Cross, Sampson is sent reeling. The patterns are too random; Sampson's friend, his partner, his brother; have told him. Don't trust anyone. As a shadow force advances on the nation's capital, Sampson alone must protect the Cross family, his own young daughter, and every American, including the president.

"Six eighth graders outside Washington, DC, navigate through conflict and division focused on their school district's Native American mascot"--Provided by publisher.

"Around the world, Washington, DC, is known for its powerful government, majestic monuments, and world-renowned museums . . . the fabric of the city isn't solely embedded in its callous political parties, exhausting lawmaking policies, and rampant tourism. Rather, it's woven through its rich and complex history, mysterious relics, underground societies, forgotten and abandoned buildings, and controversial scandals. From the assassinations of Presidents Abraham Lincoln and James Garfield and Francis Scott Key's son, to crimes of passion and rage at the US Capitol, 'Secret Washington, DC' uncovers many of the dark and untold truths of how our nation emerged. At the same time, it shines a bright light on the capital's numerous signs of creativity and innovation through the exploration of quirky art installations like Foamhenge and Barbie Pond on Avenue Q, to oddly shaped and decorated homes like the Mushroom House and the Vanadu Art House"--Provided by publisher.

Snowy weather and fish fossils help bring together two Jewish college freshmen spending winter break in Washington, D.C.

Steve and his friends compete in a science fair in Washington D.C. where Steve searches for a secret lair beneath the Washington Monument, but when he runs into Perses's minions, Steve and his friends must work together to stop their evil plan.

"Magic wants to be president of the United States one day, but he does not understand the three branches of government. In Mr. Gray's class, Magic and his buddies Rex and Reva use a tree branch as a wand to zap them all to Washington, D.C. They peek at the people working in Congress, at the Federal Court, and in the White House, and learn about the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces young readers to the White House.

Looks at the state of Washington, D.C., discussing its climate, geography, economy, population, and history.

"The White House tells the history of the United States, including slavery. Enslaved people were involved with every stage of building the structure. Learn more about the president's home and how to honor this history"--Provided by publisher.

"Ali Cross and his friends chase police cases while Ali is caught up in a debate about policing"--Provided by publisher.