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Lesson Plan
White House Historical Association

White House Historical Association: Watergate, Gerald Ford, and the Nixon Pardon

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Lesson plan on an incredible chain of events that led to Ford's presidency. Students learn about this tale of American history, beginning with the Watergate break-in, the Saturday Night Massacre, and an accelerating crisis that would...
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Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Gerald Ford (1913 2006)

For Students 9th - 10th
Full coverage on Ford and the years of his administration. Find biographical facts, selected speeches (video and transcript), members of his cabinet, and special Miller Center presentations. Helpful essays on Gerald Ford's life,...
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Handout
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Gerald Ford as President

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource contains a textbook summary of Gerald R. Ford's presidency and policies.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: The Ford Interlude

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief overview of the Ford administration as he stepped in to fill the presidential void.
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Other

Gerald R. Ford Library: 1975 State of the Union Address

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is from the Gerald R. Ford Library & Museum. Read the text of Ford's 1975 State of the Union address, in which he outlines both national and international goals for the United States.
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Handout
Country Studies US

Country Studies: The Ford Interlude

For Students 9th - 10th
The only man to never be elected president, Gerald Ford was assigned the daunting task of regaining Americans' trust in the government. This site is a brief description of Ford's presidency.
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Website
Scholastic

Scholastic: President Gerald R. Ford Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief, easy-to-understand biography of Gerald Ford includes his years as president. The problems he faced, his domestic policy, foreign policy, and bills passed during his administration are highlighted.