The Story of Washington DC

Dive into the history of the nation’s capital! This Primary Source Reader tells the story of the people and events that make Washington, DC what it is today.

The Story of Washington, DC

• Covers the geography, history, economics, and civics of the United States capital
• Excites students with colorful images and maps
• Incorporates both physical and cultural geography with the “Map It!” activity
• Includes a glossary and index, key discussion questions, and other instructional tools to help students build their social studies skills

Washington, DC is a fascinating place that teaches its visitors about the nation’s past and present. This teacher-approved book gives students the chance to explore the lives of people from DC, including the history of native peoples and civil rights activists in the city. With meaningful grade-level text and plenty of useful text features, this Around the United States reader brings the story of Washington, DC to life for students.