Curated OER
George Washington Stood Hereā¦ On the Issue of Slavery
Students research George Washington's stance on slavery. In this slavery lesson, students examine primary documents that reveal the relationship between Washington and his slaves at Mount Vernon.
Classroom Jr.
George Washington Story Starter
Imagine traveling back in time and having the opportunity to meet the very first president of the United States, what would you do? Challenge the imagination and creative writing skills of young learners with this fun writing prompt.
National Endowment for the Humanities
American Literary Humor: Mark Twain, George Harris, and Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne as a humorist? Really? The three lessons in this series focus on the the storytelling style, conventions, and literary techniques employed by Hawthorne, George Washington Harris, and Mark Twain.Ā
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Let the Music Play: Bicentennial quarter reverse
To better understand who George Washington was and why we celebrated the bicentennial, pupils read a story and complete a worksheet. They sing and talk about the song, "Yankee Doodle Dandy" as they march around the room.
Curated OER
The Father of Our Country
Explore United States history with this lesson on George Washington and the Revolutionary War. After reading biographical information about George Washington, learners make a list of ten reasons for the revolution. They create a timeline...
Curated OER
President George Washington Word Jumble
In this word scramble worksheet, students use the words in the word bank to unscramble the letters and form vocabulary words associated with President George Washington. Students write 20 answers.
National Endowment for the Humanities
"Old Southwest" Humorists and George Washington Harris
Young scholars discover the work of George Washington Harris and his influence on American humor.Ā For this George Washington Harris lesson, discuss cultural differences in the United States and read Sut Lovongwood stories by George...
TCI
By George!
What better way to learn about George Washington and other United States presidents than with a fun board game? Learners review the accomplishments of Washington's administration through a collaborative board game, as well as draw...
State University of New York
Going Back in Time Using āGeorge Washingtonās Socksā
After reading Elvira Woodruff's George Washington's Socks, young readers and writers embark upon writing their own historically based story, with a focus on developing ideas and details throughout the piece. In small groups, class...
Alabama Learning Exchange
American Revolution
Introduce learners to the key players of the American Revolution. Each slide provides biographical information on the following people: John Adams, Samuel Adams, Crispus Attucks, King George III, Lord Cornwallis, Thomas Paine, Polly...
Curated OER
George Washington Carver and Sharing
Learners research George Washington Carver. In this science lesson, students discuss George Washington Carver's contribution to science. Learners explain how peanut butter is produced.
Curated OER
What Made George Washington a Great Leader?
Students examine the leadership attributes of George Washington. In thisĀ George WashingtonĀ lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the leadership of first president. Students respond to discussion...
Curated OER
George Washington on the Sedition Act
Students investigate the Sedition Act and George Washington's position on the act. In this United States Colonial history lesson, students read about George Washington's position on the Sedition Act. Students then participate in a...
Curated OER
George Washington: Print and Color
In this word recognition activity, students trace the words "George Washington", write theĀ name independently, and color the picture of the first president.
Curated OER
George Washington Bingo
Young scholars identify significant contributions of George Washington. In this reviewing facts about George Washington lesson, students cut and paste a list of words from the "Clues and Answers" worksheet to make a Bingo card, listen to...
Curated OER
The Apotheosis ofGeorge Washington
Young scholars examine the image of George Washington. In this Washington presidency lesson, students use the provided analysis handout to analyze the character of Washington conveyed in several pieces of art and speeches. Young scholars...
Curated OER
My Very Own Washington Exhibition
Young scholars work as curators. In this George Washington lesson, students research primary and secondary sources in order to create their own exhibitions of the first president. Young scholars may visit selected Web sites in order to...
Curated OER
Washington's Newburgh Address
Students write a persuasive essay that compares George Washington to someone overcoming an obstacle. In this American History lesson, students study Washington's Newburgh Address and the character traits of the president. They write an...
Curated OER
The Washington Monument: Tribute in Stone (62)
Students decide why George Washington was so revered and why a monument was built in his honor. They discover how monument design changes over time.
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George Washington Carver
Second graders participate in an investigation of George Washington Carver and his life. They conduct research using the provided text. Specifically, 2nd graders use the large print and pictures to strengthen reading comprehension. They...
Curated OER
George Washington: The Father of His Country
Based on class lessons about George Washington as well as a short reading provided, this activity prompts students to write a few sentences explaining why Washington declined a third term as President, as well as the implications on...
Humanities Texas
Primary Source Worksheet: General Washington, Letter Declaring Acceptance of the Command of the Armies of the United States
Discover what influenced president George Washington's decision in his early career to command the United States army by analyzing his formal acceptance with this primary source analysis worksheet.
Curated OER
George Washington: Founding Father
Learners explore George Washington. Focusing on his personal life, it offers an examination of the man behind the towering symbol. Washington's stature as first president and founding father created a public persona. George
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Introducing George Washington
Students write down facts about George Washington. In this lesson on our first president, students listen to a story about George Washington and retell four facts about him.
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