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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: The Washington Monument (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find detailed information on the Washington Monument located in Washington, DC, that honors our first president of the United States, George Washington.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Washington's Letter to Continental Congress

For Students 3rd - 8th
George Washington's letters to the Continental Congress give us a glimpse into his thoughts and ideas during the American Revolution. Features a sample of one of these correspondences, along with a portrait of Washington, and a historic...
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The History Place

The History Place: George Washington Picture Gallery

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from The History Place view paintings and lithographs of George Washington. See representations of this great man at different points during his life.
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National Gallery of Art

National Gallery of Art: "George Washington" by Edward Savage

For Students 9th - 10th
This is Edward Savage's portrait of George Washington, as well as some information on the painting.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington Was Born Feb. 22

For Students 3rd - 8th
An interesting background on the origin of Presidents' Day, and the actual date of George Washington's birth. Includes a portrait of Washington, as well as an historical letter from Tobias Lear, recounting the Julian and Gregorian...
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Great Idea Finder

The Great Idea Finder: George Washington Carver

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides biographical material of the famous inventor, George Washington Carver. Content includes links to places for further information, timeline, as well as fun facts about this man.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: George Washington and the Rule of Law (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson that supports an examination of George Washington's commitment to the principle of the rule of law by looking at specific situations faced by Washington in which he chose the rule of law over expediency or personal power.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: George Washington: Growing Up in Colonial Virginia

For Students 5th - 8th
George Washington was shaped by early adversity. Read a brief description of his early life up to the cusp of the beginning of his military career.
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Other

In Search of Heroes: George Washington Carver

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Grace Products Corporation provides a wealth of information detailing George Washington Carver's life. Content includes a biography, timeline, and more.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: George Washington and Civic Virtue (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson for gaining knowledge and insight into the founders' ideas of civic virtue - civic knowledge, self-restraint, self-assertion, and self-reliance. Includes an examination of an excerpt from a primary source document: George...
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Other

Afgen.com: George Washington Carver

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource reviews the life of famous African American inventor George Washington Carver. Includes mention of how this humble, soft-spoken man drew the attention of many important world figures of his day and how he "revolutionized...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: George Washington's Background and Experience

For Students 5th - 8th
George Washington tested his mettle fighting with the British in the French and Indian War. Read about his exploits and why they helped prepare him for later glory.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography of President George Washington for Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
Study George Washington's biography on this site. Learn about the 1st president of the United States.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography: George Washington Carver for Kids

For Students 9th - 10th
Find the biography of George Washington Carver who was a scientist and botanist who worked with peanuts and helped the southern farmer on this site.
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Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Social Studies: Grade K: George Washington

For Teachers K
This instructional task asks students to identify an American leader from the past and to explain the significance of his contributions. It contains a set of authentic source documents. Students engage with the sources to build their...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Inventor of the Week: George Washington Carver

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief article from MIT Invention Dimension on George Washington Carver (1865-1943 CE) provides an overview of his education and his inventions, which influenced the world of agriculture.
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Massachusetts Historical Society

Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army

For Students 9th - 10th
George Washington is chosen as the leader of the colonies in their fight against the British in the American Revolution and becomes commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. Evidence is supported by original documents.
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Other

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: The Election of President Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the beginning of Washington's presidency, specifically the election, inauguration, and life on 3 Cherry Street. Also included is an animated video about Washington and the formation of the U.S. Constitution.
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Other

George Washington: Elected First President

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a description of the election of 1788. A brief editorial about the election is given. A narrative on the early life of Washington is also included.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington's Commission as Commander in Chief

For Students 9th - 10th
Collection of primary documents about Washington as Commander in Chief.
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Library of Congress

Loc: George Washington to the United States Senate, 1789

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A summary of Washington's task to appoint Supreme Court and other federal judicial officials, appointments which he based on relevant experience, their support for the constitution, and on where they lived. Includes images of a...
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National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Martha Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical account of the life of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington, the first First Lady of the United States.
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The White House

The White House: First Ladies: Martha Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on Martha Washington discusses her first marriage and her role as First Lady during the presidency of her second husband, George Washington.
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PBS

Pbs: George Washington Crossing the Delaware River

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a brief description of the famous historical painting by Emmaneul Gottlieb Leutze.

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