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The American Presidency: Grades 4-6 Unit PlanThe American Presidency: Grades 4-6 Unit Plan
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Smithsonian Institution
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4th - 6th
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Social Studies & History
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The American Presidency: Grades 4-6

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An interesting unit explains the American presidency from the campaign trail all the way to the role of the president. Historians participate in discussions, create posters, conduct Internet research, and more to gain an understanding of the presidency from winning the election to dealing with tragic events. 

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Concepts

american history, presidency, presidential campaigns, presidential elections, presidential inaugurations, presidential candidates, american politics

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social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils create posters representing facts about their favorite presidents
  • Lead a group discussion on why or why not learners would want to live in the White House

Classroom Considerations

  • Younger academics may need assistance with the Internet research project 

Pros

  • The unit provides extended activities if additional class time is available 
  • Lessons provide differentiated instruction to enhance engagement 

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  • None

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