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First Ladies, Women Who called the White House Home

by Gormley, Beatrice

A collection of portraits of America's First Ladies recounts the lives and contributions of such figures as Bess Truman, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Eleanor Roosevelt, and is complemented by large-size photographs.  

  • Topics Women's History,
    18th-Century History,
    19th-Century History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Scholastic, 1997, New York, NY

First ladies: The Saga of the Presidents' Wives and their Power, 1789-1961

by Anthony, Carl Sferrazza

Anthony likens the First Ladies to a select sorority in this splendid history that defines the political and social power inherent to the position of First Lady.  

  • Topics Women's History,
    18th-Century History,
    19th-Century History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Groups High School, Adult
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher William Morrow & Co.,, 1990, New York, NY

First Ladies: Illustrated Biographies of America's Leaders

by Pastan, Amy

A look at the First Ladies and biographies of those highlighted.  

  • Topics Women's History,
    18th-Century History,
    19th-Century History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher DK Publishing, 2001, New York, NY

First Ladies: Political Role and Public Image

by Mayo, Edith with Denise d. Meringolo

Since the time of Martha Washington, America's First Ladies have fascinated the nation. Unelected and unpaid, they occupy a position of power defined as much by their own personalities and interests as by public perceptions and social expectations. This book examines this uniquely American role and celebrates the remarkable individuals who have occupied this demanding post.  

  • Topics Women's History,
    18th-Century History,
    19th-Century History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Groups High School, Adult
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Scala Publishing, 1994, London, England

Follow the Drinking Gourd

by Winter, Jeanette

The story of a group of slaves' escape on the underground railroad by following directions from the song "follow the drinking gourd."  

  • Topics African American History,
    19th-Century History
  • Age Group Early Elementary: K-3
  • Book Type Fiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Dragonfly Books, 1998, New York, NY
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Award Key

Caldecott Medal
Most distinguished American picture book for children (annually).
Newberry Medal
Most distinguished contribution to American literature for children (annually).
Coretta Scott King Award
Distinguished books by authors and illustrators of African descent which promote an understanding and appreciation of the American dream (annually).
Golden Kite Award
Outstanding examples of text, illustration, fiction and nonfiction (four awards annually).
Scott O'Dell Historical Fiction Award
Outstanding work of historical fiction published by a U.S. publisher set in the New World.

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