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Launched in 1999 by the Association of American Publishers, Get Caught Reading Month (GCR) is a nationwide public service campaign designed to promote and celebrate the joys of reading. To celebrate and encourage literacy, the U.S. Government Printing Office offers a variety of publications to educate, inspire, spark the imagination, and open the door to a world of opportunities, rewards, and so much more. Symbols of the United States Government: Ben's Activity Book Publisher: Government Printing Office Description: This activity and coloring book is full of information, illustrations, and activities that teach students of all ages about symbols of the United States Government. Created as a supplement to the Government Printing Office's educational website, “Ben's Guide to the United States Government,” this activity book can also be useful as a standalone instructional tool. Sold in packages of 25 copies for the bulk price of $73.00 and also available in single copy for $6.50 per copy. Year/Pages: 2004: 47 p.; ill. Official Congressional Directory, 2007-2008: 110th Congress (Paperback) Publisher: Congress, Joint Committee on Printing Description: The official directory of the U.S. Congress, prepared by the Joint Committee on Printing (JCP). Published since 1888, the Congressional Directory presents short biographies of each member of the Senate and House, listed by state or district, and additional data, such as committee memberships, terms of service, administrative assistants and/or secretaries, and room and telephone numbers. It also lists officials of the courts, military establishments, and other Federal departments and agencies, including D.C. government officials, governors of states and territories, foreign diplomats, and members of the press, radio, and television galleries. Year/Pages: 2007: 1200 p. The Constitution of the United States and the Declaration of Independence (Pocket Edition) Publisher: House Description: This handy pocket guide contains the entire text of the Constitution of the United States and the Declaration of Independence. Also contains an index to the Constitution and its amendments, and a chronology of early dates to remember. Year/Pages: 2007: 50 p. Congressional Pictorial Directory, 110th Congress (Clothbound) Publisher: Congress, Joint Committee on Printing Description: Provides a black and white photograph of each member of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Includes information about length of service, political party affiliations, and Congressional districts. Also contains pictures of the President, Vice President, and House and Senate officers and officials. Year/Pages: 2007: 214 p.; ill. Congressional Pictorial Directory, 110th Congress (Paperbound) Publisher: Congress Description: Provides a black and white photograph of each member of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Includes information about length of service, political party affiliations, and Congressional districts. Also contains pictures of the President, Vice President, and House and Senate officers and officials. Year/Pages: 2007: 218 p.; ill. Washington: The Nation's Capital Publisher: Interior Dept., National Park Service Description: Serves as a guide to attractions in the Washington, D.C. area. Contains a map with accompanying text. One side illustrates major sites in Washington, DC, and Arlington, Virginia. The other side provides a brief history of the nation's capital. Sold in packages of 100 copies only. Year/Pages: 2008: Folder. Arlington House: A Guide to Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial, Virginia Publisher: Interior Dept., National Park Service, Division of Publications Description: Tells the story of the mansion General Lee and his family lived in for 30 years. Includes a park description and information on how to get there, activities, and facilities and history of the park. Year/Pages: 1985: 48 p.; ill. A Botanic Garden for the Nation: the United States Botanic Garden Publisher: Congress, Architect of the Capitol, United States Botanic Garden Description: This beautifully illustrated book presents the first comprehensive look at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C. Conceived by the nation’s founders as a resource for collecting and studying plants, the U.S. Botanic Garden is closely linked to the history and development of the capital city. Through historical documents and colorful photos, A Botanic Garden for the Nation tells an important story about this special place. Through sumptuous photographs, it offers a tour of the conservatory, starting with the forma Garden court, with its fountains and special flowers collection, and continuing through every plant environment, including the lush jungle, colorful Orchid house, and spare World Deserts. The engaging text explores ecosystems and reveals interesting plants and plant collections. Year/Pages: 2007: 180 p.; ill. Yosemite: A Guide to Yosemite National Park Publisher: Interior Dept., National Park Service, Division of Publications Description: Provides you with everything you need to know while planning a trip to Yosemite. Part 1 introduces the park and its early conservationist champion, John Muir. Part 2 explores the park's natural and cultural history. Part 3 presents concise guide and reference materials, including a full-color map of the park. Year/Pages: 1989: 143 p.; ill. Yellowstone: A Natural and Human History, Yellowstone National Park, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming Publisher: Interior Dept., National Park Service, Division of Publications Description: Describes the value and significance of America’s First National Park. Includes a park description and information on how to get there, activities, and facilities and history of the park. Year/Pages: 2001: 127 p.; ill. Publisher: Central Intelligence Agency, Office of Public Affairs Description: Provides brief information on the geography, people, government, economy, communications, and defense of countries and regions around the world. Contains information on international organizations. Designed to meet the specific requirements of United States Government Officials in style, format, coverage, and content. Includes 3 unattached maps. Year/Pages: 2007: 740 p.; ill., 3 folded maps. The Citizen's Almanac: Fundamental Documents, Symbols, and Anthems of the United States Publisher: Homeland Security Dept., U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Description: Created for new citizens. Includes information on U.S. civic history, rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, biographical details on prominent foreign-born Americans, landmark decisions of the Supreme Court, presidential speeches on citizenship, and several of our founding documents including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Year/Pages: 2007: 108 p.; ill. Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-09 (Clothbound) Publisher: Labor Dept., Labor Statistics Bureau Description: A nationally recognized source of career information describing the job duties, working conditions, training requirements, earnings, and expected job prospects for approximately 250 occupations. Includes a chapter on “Tomorrow’s Jobs” and information on additional occupations. Year/Pages: 2008: 725 p.; ill. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 (Paperback) Publisher: Labor Dept., Labor Statistics Bureau Description: A nationally recognized source of career information describing the job duties, working conditions, training requirements, earnings, and expected job prospects for approximately 250 occupations. Includes a chapter on “Tomorrow’s Jobs” and information on additional occupations. Year/Pages: 2008: 725 p.; ill. Occupational Outlook Quarterly Publisher: Labor Dept., Labor Statistics Bureau Description: Provides current information on employment trends and outlook, supplementing and bringing up to date information in the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Quarterly. LIST ID: OOQ. Publisher: Labor Dept., Labor Statistics Bureau Description: Researched and published by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, this monthly periodical keeps professional economists, and industrial relations, business, and human resource managers up-to-date on developments in the economy, labor-management relations, business conditions, and social trends. Monthly. LIST ID: MLR. Price: $49.00 Publisher: National Archives and Records Administration, Office of the Federal Register Description: Contains a compilation of Presidential documents and codification of regulations issued by the Executive Office of the President. Year/Pages: 2008: 453 p. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 11, Federal Elections, Revised as of Jan. 1, 2008 Publisher: National Archives and Records Administration, Office of the Federal Register Description: Represents all current regulations issued by the Federal Election Commission codified under this title of the CFR as of January 1, 2008. Year/Pages: 2008: 534 p. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 13, Business Credit and Assistance, Revised as of Jan. 1, 2008 Publisher: National Archives and Records Administration, Office of the Federal Register Description: Contains chapter I - Small Business Administration, chapter III - Economic Development Administration Department of commerce, chapter IV - Emergency Steel Guarantee Board, and chapter V - Emergency Oil and Gas Guarantee Board. Year/Pages: 2008: 739 p. [ Top ]
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