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National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Remember the Ladies: The First Ladies

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site provides lesson plans that explore the First Ladies. Covers many aspects of the images and duties expected of the First Ladies. Provides numerous links to photos and other sites with extensive biographical information.
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The White House

The White House: First Ladies

For Students 9th - 10th
The official White House biographies of the first ladies are provided here.
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Library of Congress

Loc: First Ladies of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of portraits of the first ladies of the United States.
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Library of Congress

Loc: u.s. Presidents, First Ladies, Vice Presidents: Selected Images

For Students 9th - 10th
This chronological archive presents photographs of American presidents. Also includes images of first ladies and vice presidents.
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The White House

The White House: First Ladies' Gallery

For Students 3rd - 5th
Here from The White House you can find out about all of the wives of the presidents. Read about their early years, to their lives as wives of a president, and on to their later lives.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: First Lady for the Environment

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This resource provides information about Lady Bird Johnson, wife of President Lyndon Baines Johnson, and the efforts she put forth to preserve the environment. Activities, videos, and book recommendation are included.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: The American Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
Compiled by the National Museum of American History, this is a look at the many aspects of the American Presidency! The White House and life inside, a biography of each president, the first ladies, campaign trails, assassinations, and...
Website
National First Ladies' Library

National First Ladies' Library

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is so interesting to click around in! View biographies and pictures of each First Lady and discover interesting facts on them. Be sure to click on Exhibits for special collections of artifacts and information.
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: Dolley Madison

For Students 9th - 10th
The life of Dolly Madison, First Lady, and wife of the fourth President of the United State, James Madison, is documented in the video described on this website.
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National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Abigail Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of First Lady Abigail Adams outlines her important roles, both politically and personally, during her husband's administration. Includes a description of her famous "Remember the Ladies" letter, espousing her strong belief...
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National First Ladies' Library

National First Ladies' Library: Martha Jefferson

For Students 3rd - 8th
Featured here is biographical information about Martha Jefferson (1748-1782 ), wife of Thomas Jefferson, who died before he became president. You can also find out who filled the role of First Lady for Thomas Jefferson.
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BBC

Bbc News: Polish President Lech Kaczynski Dies in Plane Crash

For Students 9th - 10th
View video footage from the scene of the plane accident that claimed the life of Polish President Lech Kaczynski, the first lady and key figures in the Polish Government. Was it pilot error, or that the Soviet-designed plane was more...
Article
CNN

Cnn: George W. Bush: The Inauguration of the 43rd President

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow the 43rd President of the United States through his inaugural celebration. This entertaining website narrates the events of George W. Bush's inauguration as well as providing learning games, interesting historical facts, and the...
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Other

Kid Info: Biographies of the Presidents

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This resource page helps one become an expert about the Presidents of the United States by reading biographies and interesting and important facts about the Presidents of the United States.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Lady Bird Johnson

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This is a brief article on Lady Bird Johnson. Read about her life before she became the First Lady of the United States and her career following her husband's presidency.
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Other

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: The Election of President Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the beginning of Washington's presidency, specifically the election, inauguration, and life on 3 Cherry Street. Also included is an animated video about Washington and the formation of the U.S. Constitution.
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Other

Reagan2020.com

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive tribute to President Ronald Reagan. Included are text of his major speeches, a biography, photos, his record while in office, and much more.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Clinton, Hillary Rodham 1947

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical sketch of Hillary Rodham Clinton, Democratic Senator from New York, former First Lady and Secretary of State, and unsuccessful Democratic nominee for President of the United States in 2016.
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Other

Govspot Executive Branch

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this site to find links to the following; executive office of the President, the White House, the Departments of the executive branch and more. This is a website that offers a spring board to more information about the executive branch.
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NBC

Msnbc: In Memoriam Ronald W. Reagan 1911 2004

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore President Ronald Reagan's funeral through the tributes and pictures of those that knew him best, including family, friends, and White House reporters. Features include articles on Reagan's presidency, legacy, and presidential...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Ronald Reagan: 1911 2004

For Students 9th - 10th
The PBS Online NewsHour profiles the late Ronald Reagan and his presidency. Read the eulogies, articles about Reagan's policies and legacy, tributes from world leaders, excerpts from Reagan's speeches, and interviews with his biographers.
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CNN

Cnn: The Reagan Years

For Students 9th - 10th
Bear witness to the life and presidency of Ronald Reagan with this CNN exclusive. Featured are pages devoted to Reagan's lives as a Hollywood actor, Governor of California and finally President of the United States.
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CBS

Cbs News: Ronald Reagan Remembered

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides a multitude of articles, interviews, and related stories about the life of former president Ronald Reagan.
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Curated OER

Bbc News: Polish President Lech Kaczynski Dies in Plane Crash

For Students 9th - 10th
View video footage from the scene of the plane accident that claimed the life of Polish President Lech Kaczynski, the first lady and key figures in the Polish Government. Was it pilot error, or that the Soviet-designed plane was more...