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September 2008
A Salute to the Troops Game Video
July 2008
All-Star Tee Ball Game Video
All-Star Tee Ball Game Photo Essay
June 2008
Eighth Season Opener Video
Eighth Season Opener Photo Essay
March 2008
White House Easter Egg Roll 2008
December 2007
Barney Cam VI: Holiday in the Parks
December 2007
Barney Cam VI Photo Essay
June 2007
Tee Ball on the South Lawn Photos
Laura Welch Bush is the wife of President George W. Bush, the 43rd President of the United States. BirthdayNovember 4, 1946HometownMidland, TexasParentsHarold Welch, home builderJenna Welch, bookkeeper Elementary SchoolJames Bowie Elementary School in Midland, TexasFavorite TeacherMrs. Gnagy, her second grade teacherFavorite Subject in SchoolReadingChildhood and youth activities"Teaching" her dolls to readGirl Scouts CollegeSouthern Methodist University, bachelor's degree in educationGraduate SchoolUniversity of Texas, master's degree in library scienceCareer and Public ServicePublic school teacher and librarian for school districts in Dallas, Houston and Austin, TexasFirst Lady of Texas GoalsOne of Mrs. Bush's goals is to help create more opportunities for men and women to enter the teaching profession. From recent college graduates, to mid-level professionals, to retired military personnel, Mrs. Bush is encouraging citizens to bring their talents and experience to classrooms across our nation, especially to disadvantaged public schools in urban and rural communities, where the need is greatest.Dream for ChildrenMrs. Bush hopes that every child will learn to read.Brain ChallengeWho was Mrs. Bush's favorite teacher?What was Mrs. Bush's profession? How long have President and Mrs. Bush been married? Name a pastime Mrs. Bush enjoys. What is Mrs. Bush's primary goal. Challenge Question:What is library science? Share your answers with a parent, teacher or other adult.ColorBlueIce creamChocolatePastimesReading, gardening, walkingBook for young children:Officer Buckle and Gloria, by Peggy RathmannBooks for older children:Little House on the Prairie, by Laura Ingalls Wilder,Cadie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink and Old Yeller by Fred Gipson FamilyHusbandMarried to George W. Bush since 1977 ChildrenTwin daughters, Jenna and Barbara, who graduated from college in May, 2004PetsDogs: Barney and Miss Beazley, Scottish TerriersCat: India, a black cat |