How does a President get elected, anyway? Follow the path of an election from campaigning to Inauguration Day and discover how that process has changed over time. Get to know all of the powers and responsibilities associated with the presidency, then meet the important cabinet members and First Ladies who do their part in keeping the White House running. You’ll even get to enjoy an exclusive tour of the building itself!
If you’ve ever wanted to have a conversation with a real President, this issue of COBBLESTONE is perfect for you. Read an interview with former President Jimmy Carter, who just celebrated his 100th birthday! Readers may even come face to face with the ghosts of the White House and learn about past Presidents in their own words—sort of!
Think you’re a presidential expert? See if you can match the quote to the correct President, answer presidential trivia questions, and solve a very special crossword puzzle! COBBLESTONE brings readers right into the heart of American history!
Enjoy features including:
“Race to the White House” by Kathiann M. Kowalski
“Position of Power” by Meg Chorlian and Marcia Amidon Lusted
“Ghosts of the Oval Office” by Marcia Amidon Lusted
“Speeches that Stuck” by Andrew Matthews
“A Juggling Act” by Kathiann M. Kowalski
“An Annual Address” by Gina DeAngelis
“Hail to the Chiefs”
“They’re on the Money” by Andrew Matthews
“The People Who Help” by Peg Lopata
“Welcome to the White House” by Michelle Pearson
“Catching Up with President Carter” by Barbara D. Krasner
“Presidential Trivia” by Andrew Matthews
“Classrooms of Democracy” by Barbara D. Krasner
Regular features of COBBLESTONE Magazine include: Getting Started, Did You Know, Going Global, Say What?, Freeze Frame, Your Letters, Dr. D’s Mystery Hero, Spotlight On…, Just for Fun, Creature Feature, and a crossword puzzle.
