The Washington Monument

by Susan Ashley

Overview

The tallest structure in Washington, D.C., the Washington Monument occupies an important place in U.S. history. The Washington Monument helps readers learn about the reasons for building the monument, its ancient design, and its location on the National Mall.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780836841510
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Publication date:	01/01/2004
Series:	Weekly Reader Early Learning Library: Places in American History
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	4.00(w) x 3.70(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

Table of Contents

	Honoring the First President	4
	Planning and Building	8
	The National Mall	16
	Visiting the Monument	20
	Glossary	22
	For More Information	23
	Index	24

Editorial Reviews

The Washington National Monument Society was organized in 1833 to build a memorial to the first American president. The original plans included a circle of columns and statues around the base of the obelisk. Money ran out after six years of work and when construction resumed after the Civil War, the design became just a simple obelisk. There are photos and prints of the monument but no take-your-breath- away modern photos and no pictures or information about the most recent restoration. There are also no anecdotes about the construction or the selection of the design so the text is very dry. There is a print of the Civil War battle of Fort Sumter which seems unrelated to the text, even though it was the Civil War that delayed completion of the monument. The series includes titles featuring the Golden Gate Bridge, the Liberty Bell, Mount Rushmore, the Statue of Liberty, and the White House. Each title includes a glossary, simple index, and other resources including books and websites. 2004, Weekly Reader, Ages 4 to 7.
—Karen Leggett

Children's Literature