United States Government Lesson Plans: The First 5 Presidents
Lesson plans, book recommendations and other resources to help home schooling families with history, government and unit studies on the American Government and the First Five Presidents. Wonderful resources for younger students including lap books, hands on crafts and activities.
THE 1st Five Presidents
1st - 4th Summary lesson plans: Downloadable FREE Unit Study from inallyoudo.net
Quizlet (Flashcards) accomplishments of the first 5 presidents
US PRESIDENTS IN ORDER
1. George Washington Term: 1789-1797 Vice President: John Adams First Lady: Martha Custis Washington FREE LESSON PLANS and IDEAS:
2. John Adams Term: 1797-1801 Vice President: Thomas Jefferson First Lady: Abigail Adams He died on July 4, 1826, on the same day that Thomas Jefferson died. FREE LESSON PLANS and IDEAS: 3. Thomas Jefferson Term: 1801-1809 Vice Presidents: Aaron Burr, George Clinton First Lady: Martha Jefferson
James Madison Term: 1809-1817 Vice Presidents: George Clinton, Elbridge Gerry First Lady: Dolley Madison FREE LESSON PLANS and IDEAS: 5. James Monroe Term: 1817-1825 Vice President: Daniel D. Tompkins First Lady: Elizabeth Monroe FREE LESSON PLANS and IDEAS: Classroom based lesson plans that would work well
in a Co-op mixed aged group situation Life in a Box: 1st 5 Presidents with inquiry slideshow WHAT IS THE U.S. CONSTITUTION?
The U.S. Constitution is the fundamental framework of America’s system of government. The Constitution:
Though connected in spirit, the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence are separate, distinct documents. The Declaration of Independence was written in 1776. It was a list of grievances against the king of England intended to justify separation from British rule. The Constitution was written and signed in 1787. It was a charter of government that came to be ratified by the states, and it continues to be the supreme law of the land. Both documents have played an important role in American history and the spread of democratic ideals around the world. They were both signed at Independence Hall, steps from where the National Constitution Center now stands. WHEN AND WHERE WAS THE CONSTITUTION WRITTEN AND SIGNED? The Constitution was written and signed in Philadelphia in the Assembly Room of the Pennsylvania State House, now known as Independence Hall. This was the same place the Declaration of Independence was signed. The Constitution was written during the Philadelphia Convention—now known as the Constitutional Convention—which convened from May 25 to September 17, 1787. It was signed on September 17, 1787. WHEN DID THE CONSTITUTION GO INTO EFFECT? The Constitution did not go into effect the moment it was signed by the delegates. It needed to be approved by the people. The Constitution went into effect once nine out of the 13 states ratified it, which occurred on June 21, 1788. Article V of the Constitution established the process for ratification. WHO WROTE THE CONSTITUTION? Because many of James Madison’s ideas made their way into the Constitution, he is often referred to as the “Father of the Constitution.” Indeed, he was a driving force of the convention throughout the summer of 1787, and his notes of the deliberations have provided valuable insights into the proceedings. However, the Constitution was the result of months of passionate, thoughtful deliberation among the delegates. Many others besides James Madison made important contributions, particularly those who served on the Committee of Detail, which included Oliver Ellsworth, Nathaniel Gorham, Edmund Randolph, John Rutledge, and James Wilson; and those on the Committee of Style, which included Alexander Hamilton, William Johnson, Rufus King, and Gouverneur Morris. Other notable delegates included Benjamin Franklin and George Washington (who served as president of the convention). read more about the Constitution... Early Elementary Resources: Simple American Government lessons for children ages 5 to 11. These lessons are suited for mixed age group teaching. We study government in order to understand our country. We study government in order to be able to make informed decisions. America's Christian History - a collection of resources
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Notebooking Resources: Crafty Classroom Government Notebooking resources for Elementary cute and clear free printables Interactive Notebooking, Foldables and Lapbook Resources Check out Teacherspayteachers for tons of free and low cost resources. I discovered a free resource ComplI will use with my 3-6th graders **Joyful Homeschool has moved her notebooking/Consitutional Unit Study FILLED with resources to a Squidoo Lens. Definitely worth a look at! MarineCorpNomads notebooking pages for the Presidents BOARD GAMES: We the People Constitution Quest Breed Hills Institute Fox Chase Online GAMES: List of Links to Online Games IPad Apps: 4-6 American History Crafts:There are many crafts to add hands-on fun.
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High School Constitution LESSON PLANS
Teen Pact Leadership Online COURSES for High School/Adult: High School and Adult Studies on the Constitution from Hillsdale College American Academy for Constitutional Education Constitutional Law Coursera free from YALE Anneberg Media - variety to topics includes the Constitution video and lesson plans Original Documents and commentaries: Historical Documents from Wallbuilders Hands On Crafts and Activities Tri- Corner Hat |
Multi Media Resources1st President: George Washington2nd President: John Adams3rd President: Thomas Jefferson4th President: James Madison5th President: James MonroeNicely sung and produced performance including the Preamble
Original Art Work from the Time brief descriptions including biographical, architectural.., President's Day resources:
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disclaimer: this a collection as suggested by home schooling families on a facebook page. I haven't used all these resources but wanted to have a safe place to store the ideas until I can create my own unit study for my children in the near future. Should you have a recommendation please send a suggestion. eventually there will be affiliate links to those products on Amazon.