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During a White House field trip, Sarah is plucked from her group by the ghost of George Washington and given a behind-the-scenes tour. Other White House ghosts randomly join the tour, contributing historical comments in dialogue balloons. As an introduction to the White House, the book holds some interest, but the dialogue lacks punch and the color artwork is busy. Brief presidential biographies are included. Bib.