+
eBook
Henry J. Sage

Sage American History: George Washington: The Indispensable Man

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief article on George Washington articulates why he is considered the "father of our country". With list of books for further reading.
+
Website
US National Archives

Nara: Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
From the National Archives and Records Administration, this site offers a great biography of President Herbert Hoover. Detailed information about his presidential library, a kid's link, and a teacher's link. Everything you want to know...
+
Website
Other

Monticello Explorer: Thomas Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides excellent 3-D views of Thomas Jefferson's home Monticello. Explore the plantation, take a tour of the main house, and discover what Jefferson's life was like living there.
+
Website
US National Archives

Nara: Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official site of Herbert Hoover's Presidential Library and Museum. It contains links to information on all actions that occurred during his presidency. Provided by the National Archives and Records Administration(NARA).
+
eBook
Other

World Cat: Lincoln: A Photobiography

For Students 9th - 10th
View an excerpt from this book, a collection of images of President Abraham Lincoln.
+
Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Calvin Coolidge: Campaigns and Elections

For Students 9th - 10th
"Silent Cal", Calvin Coolidge, was the 30th President of the United States. This article briefly examines the campaign and election that saw Coolidge, win in 1924, by 54 percent of the vote.
+
Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Presidential Recording Program

For Students 9th - 10th
Great resource for those interested in the history of the American presidency. Presented here are the digital sound files and summaries of taped recordings from six U.S. Presidents including the controversial Nixon tapes.
+
Website
Other

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation

For Students 9th - 10th
Gerald R. Ford (1913-2006) was the 38th president of the United States. His foundation provides extensive information about his life and that of his wife, Betty Ford.
+
Website
Other

Theodore Roosevelt Association

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains biographical information, a timeline, and quotations as well as information about President Roosevelt and the Teddy Bear.
+
Lesson Plan
Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: George Washington's Legacy to America

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This lesson plan from the Center for Civic Education encourages both teachers and students to learn more about George Washington's contribution to American Constitutionalism and Citizenship.
+
Handout
Digital History

Digital History: The Clinton Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
+
Unit Plan
Have Fun With History

Have Fun With History: u.s. Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Module in which students and teachers can find information through videos, library or museum sites on presidents of the United States as well as general information on the presidency and the White House.
+
Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Presidents of the United States (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Provides a list of presidents of the United States from George Washington through George W. Bush with their term dates and party affiliation.
+
Handout
Time

Time: The 10 Most Notorious Presidential Pardons

For Students 9th - 10th
Time Magazine presents an enlightening special report on the 10 most notorious presidential pardons in U.S. history. Included are Jimmy Hoffa, Richard Nixon, Patty Hearst, George Steinbrenner, and more.
+
Website
Ibis Communications

Eyewitness to History: Theodore Roosevelt, 1912

For Students 9th - 10th
The resource investigates Theodore Roosevelt. Students listen to Roosevelt speak during the Presidential campaign of 1912.
+
Graphic
Other

Almanac of Theodore Roosevelt: A Life in Pictures

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an archive of photographs from Theodore Roosevelt's life. There are no text explanations of the photo;, however they are in chronological categories.
+
Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Calvin Coolidge

For Students 9th - 10th
Identify the steps to John Calvin Coolidge's (1872-1933 CE) successes and defeats. Explore AmericanPresident.org for biographical information on President Coolidge.
+
Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Thomas Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive resource takes you through the life of Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826 CE) before and after his presidency.
+
Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Theodore Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides facts about the life and presidency of Theodore Roosevelt (1858 - 1919).
+
Handout
Other

Monticello: Timeline of Jefferson's Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a parallel chronology of public and private events in Thomas Jefferson's life in vertical timeline format.
+
Website
BBC

Bbc History: Historic Figures: John Adams (1735 1826)

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical portrait of John Adams, second president of the United States, discusses, among other things, his role in the American fight for independence. Archived.
+
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Presidents Come Alive

For Teachers 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about modern technology helping students to learn more about some of America's most notable presidents. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in classifying and...
+
PPT
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Remembering the u.s. Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Video, with accompanying lyrics, features a quick mnemonic device for remembering the order of the U.S. presidents and how many terms each president served. Includes quick reference guide to the first ten presidents. [2:06]
+
Website
A&E Television

History.com: American Presidents: John Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This easy-to-navigate site has John Adams' biography, a timeline detailing some of the significant events in his life, an image gallery, and several video clips.