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USA Celebrations and Holidays

For Students 5th
In this USA holiday and celebrations worksheet, 5th graders complete a set of 17 questions about holidays and celebrations. Students may click on an answer button beneath each sentence to check their work.
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Benjamin Hawkins and the Creek Indians

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore the settling of South Carolina.  In this U.S. History instructional activity, student research the events leading to the settlement of South Carolina by the Native Americans, then discuss and answer questions...
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Mount Vernon Activity

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this Mount Vernon worksheet, students read descriptions of items used at Mount Vernon and try to name them. Answers are given on page 2.
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Dig Magazine Archeology Quiz #7

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Dig Magazine archeology quiz, students answer 5 multiple choice questions covering a variety of concepts. Page contains answer and additional resources link.
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Dig Magazine Archeology Quiz #27

For Students 4th - 5th
For this Dig Magazine archeology quiz, students answer 4 multiple choice questions about a variety of topics. Page contains answer and additional resources link.
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ESL: What Fruit?

For Students 5th - 7th
In this ESL fruit vocabulary worksheet, students answer questions to determine what fruits are being described, clicking on an answer button for immediate feedback. 
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Flip Flop Diplomacy

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the dress of diplomats. In this American Government lesson plan, 9th graders read an article and answer guided questions. Students participate in a quiz on the reading.
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History Trivia For Kids

For Students 4th - 7th
There are 40 history trivia questions and answers.  Learners have to cut out the questions and the answers and try to match the correct answer to the question.  The trivia questions are all related to history but from many...
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Test on Simple Past Tense

For Students 4th - 6th
In this simple past tense worksheet, students write the past forms of a set of irregular verbs, complete a table, write and convert sentences in simple past, fill in blanks with 'was' or 'were' and write questions. Answers may be checked...
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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students use maps, readings, drawings, plans and photos to research and the importance of canals in the early industrial economy of America. They consider the development of the Potomac River Canal and research early transportation methods.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Washington, George 1732 1799

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of the military and political career of George Washington, first President of the United States.
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Claremont Institute

Founding.com: George Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of letters and documents written by George Washington. His will is also here.
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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.
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University of Groningen

American History: Biographies: George Washington Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of George Washington outlines his life, career and service.
Primary
Henry J. Sage

Sage American History: George Washington's Farewell Address

For Students 9th - 10th
Full text of speech given by George Washington bidding farewell as he leaves public office, September 17, 1796.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington Papers

For Students 9th - 10th
Largest collection of original Washington documents in the world, George Washington Papers collection from the Manuscript Division at the Library of Congress consists of approximately 65,000 documents. Document types include...
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University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: George Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
Read George Washington's two inaugural speeches and his Annual Messages which give an interesting review of the beginning of the new United States. Included are links to some other writings of Washington and an 1808 biography.
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Other

George Washington's Mount Vernon: Ten Fact's About Washington's Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
Unanimously elected President of the United States twice, George Washington played an essential part in shaping the role and function of the President of the United States. Here are ten facts about his time in office.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington Papers, 1741 1799

For Students 9th - 10th
The Library of Congress presents a database of books, correspondence, journals, military papers and much more from George Washington. The images are in GIF format.
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Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: George Washington and Executive Power

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson looks at the legacy of George Washington, perhaps the most influential leader in the creation of the American nation. Through his achievements as commander-in-chief during the Revolution, in support of the drafting and...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Washington's Diaries

For Students 9th - 10th
The Library of Congress provides an electronic publication of "The Diaries of George Washington" with a five-part introduction and interesting background information included.
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Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: George Washington: Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
Everything you need to know about this life of George Washington is included on this site. This comprehensive site allows you to read short summaries of different events in Washington's life. Click the links following the descriptions...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: George Washington Carver: Scientist, Inventor, and Teacher

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
By doing two primary source activities and watching a short video, young scholars will explore the life of science and innovation led by George Washington Carver.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington: First in War, First in Peace

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Primary texts allow learners to examine George Washington's leadership in times of war and during his presidency. Lesson includes list of excerpts of primary texts, including maps, letters, and speeches, group activities, discussion...

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