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The White House

The White House: Inside the White House: Decor and Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents official portraits of all Presidents and First Ladies. Each portrait links to biographical information.
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The White House

The White House: The Executive Branch

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the executive branch of the federal government, how it is organized, and the powers and responsibilities of the President, Vice President, the Executive Office of the President, and the departments within the Cabinet.
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The White House

The White House: The Judicial Branch

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the judicial branch of the federal government, how the organization of the federal judiciary is determined, the functions and responsibilities of the Supreme Court, and features of the judicial process.
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OpenStax

Open Stax: Progressive Movement 1890 1920: Progressivism in the White House

For Students 11th - 12th
Looks at the Square Deal of Theodore Roosevelt, the Progressive goals of William Taft, and at legislation enacted under the New Freedom agenda of Woodrow Wilson.
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The White House

The White House: History and Grounds: Camp David

For Students 1st - 9th
Overview of the tranquil presidential retreat grounds, known as Camp David, where foreign dignitaries are hosted as they meet with U.S. officials.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: John Tyler

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the presidential term of John Tyler, including the conflicts associated with his political position. A black and white portrait is included.
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The White House: Biography of Harry S. Truman

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography provides interesting facts about the thirty-third president of the United States, Harry S. Truman. A black and white photograph is included.
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The White House: Presidents: William Howard Taft

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains a biography of William Howard Taft including a black and white photo and information about his political career as President of the United States and later as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: Ulysses S. Grant

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography focusing primarily on Grant's military and presidential years. A black and white photo is included.
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The White House: Presidents: Millard Fillmore

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a biography of Millard Fillmore regarding his presidency and political career prior to his election as President of the United States. Includes a black and white photo.
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CNN

Cnn: Former Ambassador Blames White House for Leak

For Students 9th - 10th
In this September, 2003, interview, Joseph Wilson, husband of Valerie Plame, blames the White House for leaking that his wife was a CIA operative. He also discusses Robert Novak, the reporter whose column started the scandal.
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The White House

The White House: First Ladies: Jacqueline Kennedy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The White House provides a biography of Jacqueline Kennedy (1929-1994 CE), the former first lady. Learn about her life in the White House and beyond.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: Andrew Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
The White House's official site gives a brief overview of Andrew Jackson's life as the seventh President of the United States. A portrait is included.
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The White House: First Ladies: Edith Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site, which is provided for by the White House, you can read a biography of First Lady Edith Wilson, who married the President while he was in office.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: James A. Garfield

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is provided for by the White House, gives a brief biography of James A. Garfield, with details of his presidency and assassination.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: Warren G. Harding

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is provided for by the White House, gives a short biography of Warren G Harding's life and presidency.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: George Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
Short biography of George Washington from the White House provides some insight into his views and participation in the Revolutionary War.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: William Mc Kinley

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is provided for by the White House, gives a biography and portrait of former president William McKinley.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
From the official White House web site, this page summarizes the public life and presidency of John Quincy Adams.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Discussion Guide: Wackiest White House Pets Extension Activities

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Scholastic presents this discussion guide of "Wackiest White House Pets" by Kathryn Gibbs Davis. The guide includes discussion questions, extension activities, and more.
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The White House

The White House: Council of Economic Advisers

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website for the United States Council of Economic Advisers, which advises the President on economic matters. Use the links on the left side to get more background on the Council. Has a link for kids.
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White House Historical Association

The White House Historical Association: The Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
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US National Archives

White House: President Bush Announces Major Combat Operations in Iraq Have Ended

For Students 9th - 10th
In this announcement to the country, President George W. Bush discusses the end of combat in Iraq and the future of the War.
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The White House

The White House: Drug Facts: Methamphetamine

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides both general information and statistics about methamphetamine use and the complications associated this dangerous drug. Providing charts, references, and links, this website is a good starting point for those...

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