Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington and Executive Power
This lesson looks at the legacy of George Washington, perhaps the most influential leader in the creation of the American nation. Through his achievements as commander-in-chief during the Revolution, in support of the drafting and...
Digital History
Digital History: The Whiskey Rebellion [Pdf]
The Whiskey Rebellion was an early challenge to the new United States government. Read about the importance of whiskey in the back country and the need for the United States to find sources of revenues. This is a story of east vs. west,...
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The Living Symbol
This lesson plan presents both the real events of Washington's life and the legends that persist about him. Students examine how the legends relate to reality, how they grew, and what effect they have on American culture.
Read Works
Read Works: u.s. Presidents George Washington
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about George Washington, the first President of the United States. 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...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: George Washington
This resource highlights George Washington's career (1732-1799). Pictures help to connect the historical events discussed.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: George Washington
This resource features a biographical essay on the first president of the United States. (In Spanish)
The White House
The White House: Presidents: George Washington
Short biography of George Washington from the White House provides some insight into his views and participation in the Revolutionary War.
Other
George Washington's Mount Vernon: A Biography of George Washington
This resource presents a brief biography of George Washington (1732-1799), the first president of the United States.