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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Log Cabin

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create log cabins out of strips of construction paper in this Art activity for the early-elementary classroom. Emphasis is placed on the study of how people live today versus in the distant past. A resource link is included...
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Website
White House Historical Association

White House Historical Association: A Tour of the White House

For Students 1st - 9th
Follow a pictorial and audio tour of the history of the White House. Each room, such as the East Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room, has its own tour complete with historic pictures and events that took place.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Tour the White House

For Teachers 2nd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text describing some famous rooms inside the White House. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Interactive
The White House

The White House: History and Grounds: Camp David

For Students 1st - 9th
Overview of the tranquil presidential retreat grounds, known as Camp David, where foreign dignitaries are hosted as they meet with U.S. officials.