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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1800 1848: Indian Removal

For Students 9th - 10th
In the 1830s, President Andrew Jackson pursued a policy of Indian Removal, forcing Native Americans living in Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi to trek hundreds of miles to territory in present-day Oklahoma.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980: The Eisenhower Era

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Eisenhower's domestic and foreign policies.
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A&E Television

History.com: What Caused the Korean War and Why Did the Us Get Involved?

For Students 9th - 10th
The Korean War (1950-1953) was the first military action of the Cold War. It was sparked by the June 25, 1950 invasion of South Korea by 75,000 members of the North Korean People's Army. The line they crossed, the 38th parallel, was...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: Period 9: 1980 Present: Reagan and Conservatism

For Students 9th - 10th
A quick check of comprehension over Reagan and conservatism.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: President of the u.s. Requirements & Term

For Students 9th - 10th
A short paragraph on the requirements for holding the president or vice-president position. There is also a paragraph on the number of terms they can serve.
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BBC

Bbc News: How to Elect a Us President

For Students 9th - 10th
Electing a US President can be a political marathon. The British Broadcasting Company helps make this process easier to understand by explaining it in key stages.
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BBC

Bbc News: Karzai Ends Us Visit With Promises to Deliver

For Students 9th - 10th
A review of the May 1010 Washington meeting between President Obama and Afghan President Karzai. The consensus was that both men were positive and both agreed to make things happen in Afghanistan. Concerns were voiced if there would...
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Democracy and Struggles: President Truman [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan from the producers of the 16-episode PBS series "Freedom: A History of US" that draws on students' understanding of the word "trait" to comment on President Truman's ability to make difficult decisions. Also includes...
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: u.s. Presidents (6 8)

For Students 6th - 8th
From George Washington to George W. Bush, here are the names of all the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the United States, as well as term dates and their party affiliations.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Election of the President & Vice President: Electoral College

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information on the Electoral College and how we use this system to elect the President of the U.S. Features links to much more information on the election.
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Eisenhower National Historic Site: Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the ways in which Eisenhower's presidency and personality mirrored the country as a whole during the years he was president (1952-1960). Includes many artifacts of the era, such as campaign paraphernalia and articles of...
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US National Archives

White House: President Discusses Beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom

For Students 9th - 10th
In this transcript of President George W. Bush's radio announcement to the country concerning the invasion of Iraq, he explains the nation's reasons for entering into war. (March 22, 2003)
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Let Freedom Ring: President Kennedy [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan from the producers of the 16-episode PBS series "Freedom: A History of US" that lets learners analyze how the image of President and Mrs. Kennedy influenced American government and culture. Includes a discussion of some of...
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: President's Legislative Powers

For Students 9th - 10th
An easy-to-understand discussion on the actual legislative powers of the president and the veto. Includes related links.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: President's Day for Early Elementary

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson for early elementary and special education students using graphic organizers/thinksheets to learn about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and honesty. Students finish by creating pop-up or pocket books about honesty with teacher...
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BBC

Bbc: Guantanamo Clouds Eu Us Meeting

For Students 9th - 10th
Focuses on how the leaders of the European Union will press President Bush to close Guantanamo Bay Detention Center in Cuba and give the prisoners there a fair trial. At this June 2006 conference they also plan on discussing financial...

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