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The League

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concept of civic virtue in a democratic state. For this democracy lesson, students listen to John F. Kennedy's inaugural speech, read selections on democracy, and discuss the importance of civic rights and...
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President Dwight Eisenhower

For Students 5th - 6th
In this President Dwight Eisenhower worksheet, students read a 2 page article on the President, answer 5 questions with multiple choice answers and 5 short answer questions.
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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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US Policy Toward Egypt: A Dialogue

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students examine U.S. foreign policy concerning the 2011 Egyptian uprising. In this current events lesson, students discuss the uprising in Egypt and examine news reports related to it. Students then discuss their feelings about the...
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Washington, D.C.

For Students 7th - 9th
In this Washington, D.C. government facts worksheet, students read ten facts associated with the United States and determine if they are true or false.
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Barack Obama: Crossword Puzzle

For Students 5th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students use the 15 clues in order to fill in the crossword puzzle with the appropriate answers pertaining to Barack Obama.
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Civil War Bingo

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students answer Civil War questions. In this Civil War United States history lesson, students copy Civil War vocabulary and phrases onto squares on a Bingo card. Students cover a Bingo square in response to each question asked by the...
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John F. Kennedy: A Personal Story (2 Parts)

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the life and times of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. John Fitzgerald Kennedy was different than any other president America had ever seen.
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King Andrew And His Critics

For Students 6th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the Andrew Jackson and his critics. A short answer question is included as well.
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Presidents Quiz

For Students 8th - 12th
Explore the Lincoln Douglas debates with this short, interactive, online worksheet. Unfortunatley, there are only four questions provided, but it could be a quick assessment, if needed. 
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The Lewis and Clark Expedition

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students study westward expansion. For this US history lesson, students describe the adventures and hardships faced by the explorers known as Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Students write a report to the President about...
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Into the Twenty-First Century Chapter Review

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this United States into the 21st century worksheet, young scholars review a chapter as they write 10 vocabulary words that match 10 descriptions, correct 1 false statement, and identify 2 themes from the new era of opportunity and...
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George Washington on the Sedition Act

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students investigate the Sedition Act and George Washington's position on the act. In this United States Colonial history instructional activity, students read about George Washington's position on the Sedition Act. Students then...
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The Roles of the President

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore presidential duties. In this executive branch lesson, students examine myths regarding the role of the President of the United States and discuss them. Students view a PowerPoint presentation that feature the President's...
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The Great Depression: A World Struggle

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research the impact of the Great Depression on the United States. In groups, they use the internet to describe each of FDR's New Deal Programs and how it helped unemployment. They also discuss how these programs affected the...
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Judicial Review

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Student demonstrate understanding of both sides of the argument between Jefferson and Marshall that led to the strengthening of the Judicial Branch through the creation of judicial review. Unit is comprised of five lessons and fits into...
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Grievances Against the British Monarchy

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Learners review George Washington's reasons for not wanting to be viewed as a monarch. They review the Declaration of Independence and identify five grievances the United States had against the British monarchy. In groups, students...
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Life of Lincoln

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students describe the social and political life of Abraham Lincoln with a focus on his contributions and how they changed the United States of America.
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Beyond Louisiana

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders examine the challenges that faced United States as a new nation.  For this American History lesson, 11th graders study the chronology of events leading up to the expedition of Lewis and Clark.  Students...
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Washington and the Whiskey Rebellion

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 and its significance in the early history of the United States. They explore how George Washington made the choice to meet this challenge to federal authority with military force
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Honoring the Past

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students explore the beginnings of the United States and the freedoms we enjoy. They discover important events, people, monuments in Washington, D.C., and its history. Students investigate ways to honor and remember important people and...
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What Do You Know About Washington?

For Students 4th - 6th
For this online interactive Washington worksheet, students respond to 10 multiple choice questions that require them to exhibit what they know about the state. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Washington Acrostic Poem

For Students 2nd - 3rd
For this acrostic poem worksheet, students write a poem about the state of Washington. Students use the letters in WASHINGTON to begin each new line of the poem.
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Happy Birthday, George!

For Students 4th - 5th
In this George Washington information worksheet, students read factual information about George Washington. Students then answer several questions about the president.