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Exploring George Washington's Leadership

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Students examine primary documents to determine whether or not George Washington was an honest leader. In this presidential history lesson, students evaluate Washington's leadership prior to and during his presidency. Guided reading activities are included with this lesson.

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primary source analysis, primary sources, leadership, united states presidents, presidency, george washington

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Grade
11th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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