The White House
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What is the White House? How did it get its name? What happens there? Points out the important features and rooms, the history, and some ceremonies of the White House--home and office of the President of the United States.
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Runtime: 13 minutes 35 seconds
- Topic: Social Science
- Subtopic: Patriotism
- Grade/Interest Level: 3 - 8
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- Release Year: 2002
- Producer/Distributor: Film Ideas, Inc
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