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Unit Plan
The Dirksen Congressional Center

Congress for Kids: Elections: Election of the President

For Students 3rd - 5th
Choosing presidential candidates in the United States involves a multi-step process that can take two years. Find out how the process works in this exercise.
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Unit Plan
The Dirksen Congressional Center

Congress for Kids: Elections: The Inauguration

For Students 3rd - 5th
Find out about the special day when the new President of the United States gets sworn in, Inauguration Day.
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Website
CNN

Cnn: The Reagan Years

For Students 9th - 10th
Bear witness to the life and presidency of Ronald Reagan with this CNN exclusive. Featured are pages devoted to Reagan's lives as a Hollywood actor, Governor of California and finally President of the United States.
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Interactive
iCivics

I Civics: Executive Command

For Students 3rd - 8th
Ever wanted to be President for a day? In Executive Command, you can be President for four years! Try to accomplish what you set as your agenda while facing the challenges and responsibilities that crop up along the way. Being...
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Abraham Lincoln

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief overview of the life of President Lincoln. Includes photo.
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government: Executive Branch (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students in grades K-12. This site presents an overview of the Executive branch of government. Links to related sites are available.
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government: Executive Branch (9 12)

For Students 9th - 10th
Ben's Guide to U.S. Government provides a description of the executive branch and what it is responsible for. Includes links to related information.
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols of u.s. Government:the White House (K 2)

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site gives some basic information on the White House for a young student.
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Lesson Plan
US Mint

United States Mint: In Mr. Lincoln's Shoes [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Using the study of President Abraham Lincoln as a guide, students demonstrate basic map skills including cardinal directions and how to use a compass rose.
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Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: George Herbert Walker Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
Chronicle the events of the 41st President of the United States of America. AmericanPresident.org presents the viewer with a comprehensive look at George Bush through his life.
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Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Dwight David Eisenhower

For Students 9th - 10th
Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890-1969 CE) was the allied commander of all European forces. AmericanPresident.org takes the reader through the exploration of President Eisenhower's distinguished career. Use this site to learn about the life of...
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: John F. Kennedy

For Students 9th - 10th
The White House provides a descriptive biography of John F. Kennedy's life as president of the United States. A color photograph is included.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Woodrow Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of 28th President Woodrow Wilson includes information relating to his personal and presidential affairs.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Ronald Reagan

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States. The biography contains a picture as well as a link to the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: John Tyler

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the presidential term of John Tyler, including the conflicts associated with his political position. A black and white portrait is included.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: James Buchanan

For Students 9th - 10th
Some biographical information on the 15th president of the United States. A portrait is provided.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: James Polk

For Students 9th - 10th
Short biography of James K. Polk, 11th President of the United States. Includes a color portrait.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Rutherford B. Hayes

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical information about Rutherford B. Hayes, placing focus upon his adult life. Fun facts give unique insights into the Presidency.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Dwight D. Eisenhower

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biography of American president Dwight D. Eisenhower. A color portrait is included.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Grover Cleveland

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a biography of former president Grover Cleveland, whose two separate terms were divided by a four year period.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: James Monroe

For Students 9th - 10th
This official site from the White House offers a biography of James Monroe,the 5th President of the United States. Emphasis is given to his role in foreign policy.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: James Madison

For Students 9th - 10th
The official White House biography of James Madison, the father of the constitution.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Lyndon B. Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography of President Johnson and his accomplishments as President.
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Handout
The White House

The White House: Presidents: Martin Van Buren

For Students 9th - 10th
The White House's official site gives an overview of the life and presidency of the eighth President of the United States, Martin Van Buren. A black and white photo is included.