The White House
The White House: Photo Gallery: Celebrating President's Day
This is a slideshow of important moments in the history of the American presidency. Includes photographs of presidential inaugurations, candid images of presidents and copies of inauguration day speeches.
Edutopia
Edutopia: Presidents' Day: A Life Lesson for Students
With this resource, teachers can lead students in a topical conversation regarding President's Day. This free-form lesson includes suggested questions and encourages student discussion about the powers and responsibilities of the...
Other
Book a Day Almanac: Lincoln: A Photobiography
Discover the story behind the children's book classic, Lincoln: A Photobiography, while also delving into the background of the author, Russell Freedman.
Read Works
Read Works: Happy Birthday!
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about celebrating Abraham Lincoln's birthday. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Presidents' Day Is Here!
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and how they are celebrated each year on President's Day. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Crafts for Kids
Choose from dozens of simple crafts including activities for the holidays, animal crafts and much more.
US Mint
United States Mint: h.i.p. Pocket Change: Presidents' Day
Use the information and games on this site to learn interesting facts about not only George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, but about other U.S. Presidents too.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: President's Day for Early Elementary
Lesson for early elementary and special education students using graphic organizers/thinksheets to learn about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and honesty. Students finish by creating pop-up or pocket books about honesty with teacher...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Presidents' Day
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this flipcharts students learn about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and George Bush throughout the interactive pages. Students can also watch online movies, and teachers can assess their...
Library of Congress
Loc: George Washington Was Born Feb. 22
An interesting background on the origin of Presidents' Day, and the actual date of George Washington's birth. Includes a portrait of Washington, as well as an historical letter from Tobias Lear, recounting the Julian and Gregorian...