Washington, D.C. (A Scrapbook)

Washington, D.C. (A Scrapbook)
By:  Laura Lee Benson
Illustrated by:  Iris Van Rynbach
Charlesbridge Publishing
Copyright 1999
Information Book Genre

                                                     Washington, D.C. (A Scrapbook)

      This book is teaches about Washington, D.C. through a narrative by the main character, Danny. It also is formed like a scrapbook. There are illustrations that are similar to photographs and souvenirs. Personally, I wish really photographs would have been included, but the illustrations are bright and colorful. Each page includes, not only Danny's narrative, but also blurbs with facts about the sites Danny visited. While the narrative tells of a fictional story, it is intriguing to read and learn about the district. I really like that way this book was written because it held my interest. I think it would certainly intrigue young readers to learn more about Washington, D.C.
      The author of this book includes the resources she suggests for learning more about Washington, D.C. Benson did not include where she found her research from or why it is that she knows so much about the U.S. capital. Significant facts found in the book include a Washington, D.C. timeline, its history, and how the U.S. government works.