Product Description: President Abraham Lincolns son had a pet turkey named Jack. The Kennedy family kept ponies on the White House grounds. Warren G. Harding threw his dog a birthday party! Presidential pets have always been part of the First Family, from George Washingtons horse Nelson to Bo, the Obamas curly pup...read more

Product Description: Many of our presidents have had extraordinary pets including an alligator, tiger cubs, elephants, bald eagles, a hippo, a bear, a zebra, and a coyote. This easy reader, with photos and illustrations, will have stories about many of these animals - including the Obama's dog, which according to a recent interview with Michelle Obama, will likely be a rescued Portuguese Water Dog...read more

Product Description: Born into humble beginnings, Abraham Lincoln lived in a log cabin and helped run the family farm. Later he became a store clerk, postmaster, and lawyer. People liked Abe's funny stories and kind words, and he quickly earned a reputation for his honesty, which he brought with him all the way to the White House...read more

Describes the various kinds of pets, including grizzly bears and alligators, kept at the White House by various presidents from George Washington to George W. Bush.

Describes the various kinds of pets, including bears and alligators, kept at the White House by various presidents from George Washington to George H.W. Bush.

Introduces the history and symbolism of the president's residence, the White House. (view table of contents)