Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: A Letter From George Washington
See a display of correspondence from George Washington on a variety of topics that show his interest in shaping the new country. An explanation of each topic is given along with a transcript of the letter.
Library of Congress
Loc: American Memory: George Washington: Surveyor and Mapmaker
Most Americans know George Washington as the brilliant military and political leader; but as a young man, he was a surveyor by trade. Follow his career through this easy-to-read narrative complete with his early maps and surveys.
The Field Museum
Field Museum: George Washington Carver
The online companion to past Field Museum exhibit on the life and scientific contributions of George Washington Carver, this resource includes a biography, photo gallery, an overview of Carter's goal-oriented research, an educator's...
Other
Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: George Washington: Biography
Everything you need to know about this life of George Washington is included on this site. This comprehensive site allows you to read short summaries of different events in Washington's life. Click the links following the descriptions...
Library of Congress
Loc: Washington's Diaries
The Library of Congress provides an electronic publication of "The Diaries of George Washington" with a five-part introduction and interesting background information included.
A&E Television
History.com: American Presidents: George Washington
This easy-to-navigate site has George Washington's biography, significant events in his life, an image gallery, and video clips.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Presidents Biography: 1. George Washington
Find a brief biography highlighting the professional life of George Washington. Sections feature his domestic policy, foreign affairs, the era, and his presidential politics.
Library of Congress
Loc: George Washington Papers: Letterbook Selections
George Washington kept an official diary of his daily activities as chief executive officer of the new government. Eight pages from 1793 are reproduced here.
CommonLit
Common Lit: "George Washington Carver" by Barbara Radner
A learning module that begins with "George Washington Carver" by Barbara Radner accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
Bill of Rights Institute
Bill of Rights Institute: George Washington
Americans have long appreciated George Washington's importance to our history. Washington secured American independence as commander of the Continental Army and established traditions as the nation's first president. His unblemished...
Other
American Presidents: George Washington Biography
This resource presents a biographical sketch of America's first president, George Washington, including details of his early life, the American revolutionary War, his presidency, and religion. Provides links to further resources.
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.
Other
George Washington's Mount Vernon: The Man & Myth
Much of what we thought of as fact about George Washington is actually fiction. Read these articles to find out about the real George Washington.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: George Washington as Chairman
Overview of the significant contributions of George Washington and his importance as an early leader in forming the U.S. government.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: George Washington Carver
Find out how George Washington Carvers' contributions to science radically changed the agricultural economy of the United States.
Read Works
Read Works: George Washington's Cherry Tree
[Free Registration/Login Required] The story about George Washington chopping down a cherry tree. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: The Journal of Major George Washington
Article discussing the historical importance of George Washington's account of his travels in the Ohio region with the Virginia militia between October 1753 and January 1754. This was just prior to the French and Indian War.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Houdon, George Washington
After the successful conclusion of the American Revolutionary War, the Virginia General Assembly desired a statue of George Washington for display in a public space. Jean-Antoine Houdon was commissioned to complete the statue. View...
Ohio State University
Osu History Teaching Institute: George Washington
Eighth graders will read about George Washington as President then analyze the different images and sculptures and write a short essay.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: George Washington
Explore the life of George Washington (1732-1799 CE) through this site.
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: The Death of George Washington, 1799
This article details the circumstances of the death of George Washington, the first president of the United States. There are quotes from several people in attendance.
A&E Television
History.com: George Washington: Documentaries
This site offers three documentaries about George Washington including the following: "Loyal Subject" [1:24:00], "Rebel Commander" [1:23:00], and "Father of His Country" [1:26:00].
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington and Executive Power
George Washington had a role in establishing our nation from the Revolutionary War through his presidency. He was a commander, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and a reluctant first President. Analyze his political...
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: George Washington's Legacy to America
This lesson plan from the Center for Civic Education encourages both teachers and students to learn more about George Washington's contribution to American Constitutionalism and Citizenship.
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