How the White House Really Works

by George Sullivan

Book Overview

Provides a behind-the-scenes look at life in the official residence of the president of the United States, describing how the staff and facilities affect that key official's daily life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0590434039
• ISBN13: 9780590434034
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Scholastic
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.3" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Uncover the Presidential style.

Not just for children, adults, too, will find the secret world of the White House fun, disguised education. Learn how a president personally communicates from the phone operators, calligraphers, special stationary, to how he signs so many letters. There's sections on how the President entertains that is a must for those who like to host elegant parties, includes menu cards. There's lots of fun first-family trivia that history buffs enjoy. For the sports enthusiast, learn how a president keeps fit and trim. Naturally there's a chapter on guarding the First Family. A great reference book to be enjoyed again and again.