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Curated OER

All the President's Men and Women

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners research responsibilities, programs and government departments of leaders that make up the presidential cabinet, in the form of a Web Exploration, after reading "Dueling Power Centers" from The New York Times.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Herblock's Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Historically significant collection of political cartoons featuring U.S. Presidents from Library of Congress online teacher-student resources.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: The Cabinet

For Students 9th - 10th
Outline of the Executive Branch Cabinet offices and date created.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The President's Cabinet

For Students 3rd - 5th
This is a fun way to teach elementary students about the Presidential Cabinet, which includes the Vice President, 14 secretaries from executive departments and the Attorney General of the United States. Learn about this group's role in...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Thomas Woodrow Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
AmericanPresident.org explores Thomas Woodrow Wilson "one of our nation's most influential and visionary presidents." Don't miss out on this comprehensive site.
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Shmoop University

Shmoop: Executive Branch and Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic information and key concepts about the Executive Branch and Presidents. Also available from the orange tabs on top: a few interesting stories on the history, a timeline that shows the development of the presidency, some quotes and...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: George Washington: The First Administration

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about George Washington's presidency. See why his role was so important in setting precedents to be followed by future chief executives. Find out about some of the warts in his personality too, all of which made him more human.