The White House
The White House: Presidents: George W. Bush
This official White House website gives a brief synopsis of Bush's presidency. View the highlights of his path to office and a brief biography of his life.
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The White House: First Ladies: Rosalynn Carter
The official White House biography of Rosalynn Carter, wife of Jimmy Carter.
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The White House: First Ladies: Pat Nixon
The official White House biography of Patricia Nixon. Site provides information on her work and accomplishments as the First Lady. Links to other first ladies, as well as a link to the Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace Foundation is...
White House Historical Association
White House Historical Association: The White House: Symbol of Leadership
Informative lesson on the White House for grades K-3, teaches young young scholars that the White House is a home and workplace of the President of the United States as well as a symbol of leadership.
White House Historical Association
White House Historical Association: Colors and Shapes of the White House
Learning resource for K-3 about some of the different rooms in the White House as well as how they are decorated and how they are used.
Read Works
Read Works: Tour the White House
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text describing some famous rooms inside the White House. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Other
Paper Toys: White House Paper Model
Here's a model of the White House to print out and construct. [pdf]
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Slaves Built the White House and u.s. Capitol
Video shows author Jesse Holland as he discusses the involvement of slaves in the building of the White House and the U.S. Capitol.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government:the White House (K 2)
This site gives some basic information on the White House for a young student.
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The White House: Briefings & Statements
You can't get any closer to the President and his administration than this! The White House provides timely and accurate information about the President's latest events and public statements.
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The White House: Welcome to the White House
The official site for The White House and the Executive Branch of government. The site offers current as well as historical events, speeches, documents, and more. Includes up to date information about the Obama administration, current...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Roosevelt's Little White House at Warm Springs
Warm Springs Historic District is home to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Little White House, where he went annually to treat his polio with the therapeutic spring water. His experiences at the Little White House helped form some of...
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The White House: Our Government
Overviews of the major elements of U.S. government, compiled and published by the White House: three branches of the federal government (executive, legislative, judicial), the Constitution, federal agencies and commissions, elections and...
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The White House: Issues
Official page from the White House provides information on the Presidential agenda regarding major topics such as Immigration, Civil Rights, Defense, Economy, Education, Health Care, Taxes, and more.
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The White House: Presidents: Thomas Jefferson
Short biography of Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States. A color portrait is provided.
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The White House: Energy, Climate Change, and Our Environment
Barack Obama's stance on energy and the environment are outlined, his guiding principles, and steps that have been taken by the White House to date.
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The White House: Closure of Guantanamo Detention Facilities
The official White House document authorized by President Obama declaring the closure of Guantanamo Bay military base. (January 22, 2009)
White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association: An Artist Visits the White House Past
View and explore Peter Waddell's paintings depicting the interior and exterior of White House from 1792 to 1902. Includes an audio statement from the artist and a downloadable activity guide for students in grades K-5.
Read Works
Read Works: Our President Lives in the White House
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the White House in Washington, D. C. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Scholastic
Scholastic: A White House Garden Harvest
Michelle Obama started a garden on the grounds of the White House in 2009. This article features her invitation to children to join her while to conduct her final harvest since they will be leaving the White House during the winter of 2016.
The Washington Post
A Boy Makes His Home at White House for First Time in a Half Century
Washington Post writes about the President-Elect Donald Trump's youngest son, Barron, being the first young boy in the White House since John Kennedy, Jr.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Women in the White House
In this lesson plan, students will consider Women in the White House. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab. In this lesson, students explore the role and impact of recent First Ladies through...
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The White House: Presidents: Martin Van Buren
The White House's official site gives an overview of the life and presidency of the eighth President of the United States, Martin Van Buren. A black and white photo is included.
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The White House: Presidents: Calvin Coolidge
The White House's official biography of Calvin Coolidge includes a black and white photo.