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1912: The Election that Changed the Century

For Teachers 9th - 11th
The presidential election of 1912 was a turning point in American politics. Whoever won would reshape the political spectrum. Learn about the key issues, each party's politics, and the four men who wanted to become president: William...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

President William Taft

For Students 4th - 5th
In this US history worksheet, students read a biography about President William Taft and answer ten true and false questions.
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Lesson Plan
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Growing Into Public Service: William Howard Taft's Boyhood Home

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils research the role that education, family values, and respect for civic duty played in forming the leadership skills of the Taft family. They list and examine jobs held by William Howard Taft before he became president.
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

A Crippling Cough: Tuberculosis on a Rampage

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students use problem solving skills to examine symptoms, causes, and treatment of tuberculosis in modern times and in early 1900s. Students read patient case, work in teams to diagnose illness, and conduct Internet research to confirm...
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AP Test Prep5:21
Bill of Rights Institute

Progressivism and The New Deal

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Bust those trusts! Scholars investigate the Progressive Era leading to the New Deal in America. They examine the impact legislation had on attempting to control big business in the United States. Are there any parallels to today? 
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Lesson Plan
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William Howard Taft National Historical Site

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students examine the role William Howard Taft played in American History. They analyze his background and how he got to be president. They compare qualities of leaders today to Taft.
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

Get Ready, Get Set, We're Moving!

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Young scholars use the internet and other sources to research the culture and history of the Philippines. In groups, they discover why William Taft moved to the Philippines. Students participate in a scenario where they make preparations...
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

All the News That's Fit to Draw: Political Cartooning and the Presidency

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students research, analyze and study the history of political cartooning in the United States. They recognize a political cartoon, be able to identify the main idea, the symbols and the exaggeration and caricature in political cartoons....
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C-SPAN

2016 Electoral College Map

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
The electoral college can be confusing for citizens of any age. Clear up misconceptions with a handy printable map that details how many electoral votes are allotted to each state, as well as a history of modern elections, complete with...
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Assessment
Curated OER

2008 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad Part I

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry Olympiad worksheet, students solve sixty multiple choice questions on a variety of chemistry topics from finding molarity of solutions to calculating products of reactions. Students are given graphs, equations, reaction...
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Assessment
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2008 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad Part III

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry olympiad lab worksheet, chemists are required to design two experiments. In one, they design an experiment to identify seven solutions given to them in pipettes. In the other, they design an experiment to determine the...
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Assessment
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2004 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad - Local Section Exam

For Students 9th - 12th
In this National Olympiad exam worksheet, chemistry apprentices answer sixty multiple choice questions including general chemistry topics such as atomic structure, gases, problem solving, writing and balancing equations and solutions....
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Website
Google

The White House

For Students K - 12th
Taking a guided tour through the White House would require extensive travel costs and an armed security escort—but a virtual tour only requires an Internet connection! A few clicks bring users through the historical corridors and rooms...
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PPT
Curated OER

The Progressive Movement

For Teachers 10th - 11th
While the Progressives never formed a political party they did develop an ideology. Provide viewers with an interesting, yet challenging presentation on the Progressive Movement that introduces key individuals and highlights key events...
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Activity
Constitutional Rights Foundation

The Election of 1912

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
The Election of 1912: an election with four competitive opponents. Pupils get to know the candidates with informative reading passages that provide context to the election. Then, the class engages in a debate and answers questions as one...
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Assessment
Curated OER

2004 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad Exam Part II

For Students 9th - 12th
In this National Chemistry Olympiad test, junior chemists answer eight problem solving questions on a variety of topics. These include calculating molarity of solutions, determining rates of reactions, calculating decay and discussing...
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Assessment
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2004 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad Part I

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry worksheet, test takers answer 60 multiple choice questions on topics related to chemistry from balancing equations to calculating moles and molecules of compounds. They name formulas, they convert, they solve problems...
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Assessment
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2005 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad - Local Section Exam

For Students 9th - 12th
National Chemistry Olympiad tests are released after their use each year, since they cannot use them again for this event. The result: outstanding comprehensive assessment resources for general chemistry classes! This 2005 version covers...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

I Do Solemnly Swear: Presidential Inaugurations

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Pupils examine the process of presidential inauguration. They examine and discuss primary source documents and complete worksheets.
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Worksheet
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Social Studies Review for Grade 5 (5.1)

For Students 5th
In this social studies review for grade 5 (5.1) worksheet, 5th graders answer 25 multiple choice questions in a standardized test format about U.S. history.
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PPT
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Review of our Presidents from the Progressive Era to Cold War

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Covering the main events of the Cold War, this (mistitled) presentation includes photographs, political cartoons, and amusing graphics to illustrate its points. The information on the slides is helpful for an overview of the Cold War,...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

American Presidents 20c

For Students 6th
In this matching worksheet, 6th graders match the U. S. president with an act, trial, policy, or event that occurred during his presidency. Students match 25 answers.
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

Don't Be a Duffer! Understanding the Sport of Golf

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students are divided into six groups to access the "History of Golf Since 1497" website, and familiarize themselves with the data on one of the six pages of the website. They then work together as a large group to construct a timeline of...
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Worksheet
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President Warren Harding

For Students 4th - 5th
In this US history worksheet, learners read a biography about President Warren Harding and answer 10 true and false questions.