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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.
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Other

Texas on Line: George H. W. Bush

For Students 3rd - 8th
This is a very general biography about the 41st President, George H. W. Bush that includes a creative cartoon image. Covers family information, his presidency, and provides a bibliography for more information.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Presidents' Day

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this flipcharts students learn about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and George Bush throughout the interactive pages. Students can also watch online movies, and teachers can assess their...
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Education: Idea Labs: Mr. President

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent interactive learning site that features portraits, quotes, and facts about each U.S. President from George Washington to George W. Bush.
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Other

Nrdc :Rewriting the Rules: The Bush Administration's Environmental Record

For Students 9th - 10th
This site outlines the president's environmental policy. Site primarily focuses on Bush and his policies towards the national parks. Report can be downloaded in pdf form from the right side of the page.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: The Presidency and the Cold War: Franklin Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive site from the National Portrait Gallery explores presidential actions in relation to the Cold War from the Yalta Conference to the presidency of George H.W. Bush. Click on Franklin Roosevelt to find out about the decisions...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Bush Legacy Lies in 9/11, Iraq, Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
How will history remember George W. Bush? Article discusses his early years, the Iraq War, the economy, health, education, and Katrina.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: American Presidency: George W. Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biographical sketch of America's forty-third president includes background information on the era in which he served and linked-to objects from the Smithsonian's collections that help define the man and his presidency.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Panama and Nafta

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of Panama and North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiated by President George Bush and ratified during the Clinton administration.
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ProCon.org

Pro Con: Big Three Bailout

For Students 9th - 10th
Website outlines the controversy surrounding the big three automaker bailout from 2008 before president George Bush offered the automakers government loans. Explains bankruptcy, contracts with United Auto Workers, and pro con arguments...
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The White House

The White House: Office of Science and Technology Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology was originally established by President Bush and reinstated by President G.W. Bush. This council serves to advise the President through the private sector and the academic...
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: The Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the PBS "The Presidents" provides detailed biographies of several of the most popular or most infamous U.S. presidents throughout history. Selected presidents include Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S Truman, Lyndon...
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History of American Wars

History of American Wars: Cold War History: Ronald Reagan and George h.w. Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the events of the Cold War during the presidencies of Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush.
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American Presidency Project

American Presidency Project: Election of 2004

For Students 9th - 10th
Online resource that provides detailed electoral data for the presidential election of 2004 won by Republican candidate, George W. Bush.
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PBS

Pbs Online News Hour: Rice on Iraq, War and Politics

For Students 9th - 10th
Transcript of an interview of National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice in September of 2002, discussing President George W. Bush's ideas about moving the US into war against Iraq.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Health Care Coverage Debate

For Students 9th - 10th
News story and discussion from February, 2006 covering President George W. Bush's Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and their effectiveness. Audio, Video and transcript of report is available.
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PBS

Pbs Online News Hour: Debating Our Destiny: Geraldine Ferraro

For Students 9th - 10th
An interview with Ms. Ferraro, first female vice-presidential candidate, regarding the 1984 debate against republican candidate George Bush.
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American Presidency Project

American Presidency Project: Election of 2000

For Students 9th - 10th
Online resource that provides detailed electoral data for the presidential election of 2000 won by Republican nominee, George W. Bush.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Bush Imposes Steel Tariffs

For Students 9th - 10th
News article from 2002, when President Bush imposed tariffs on steel. Useful for understanding the steel tariff repeal of 2003.
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American Presidency Project

American Presidency Project: Election of 1992

For Students 9th - 10th
Online resource that provides detailed data for the presidential election of 1992 won by Democratic candidate, William J. Clinton in a landslide victory.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: George H. W. Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of George H.W. Bush and summaries of important events during his presidency.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: George W Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of George W Bush and summaries of important events during his presidency.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: The Presidency and the Cold War: George H. W. Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Portrait Gallery presents a look at the several presidents and their actions in regard to the Cold War. Click on George Bush to see and hear his speech about the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The Cold War ends.
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Curated OER

Washington Post: Bush Wins Second Term

For Students 9th - 10th
George W. Bush wins reelection over John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential election. Article discusses the night of the election and analyzes President Bush's upcoming second term. Article is from November, 2004.