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White House Historical Association: Watergate, Gerald Ford, and the Nixon Pardon
Lesson plan on an incredible chain of events that led to Ford's presidency. Students learn about this tale of American history, beginning with the Watergate break-in, the Saturday Night Massacre, and an accelerating crisis that would...
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White House Historical Association: The Inauguration of Thomas Jefferson
Information and lesson plan about Thomas Jefferson's inauguration as the first Republican President and the political unrest around the time of his election as the third President of the United States.
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White House Historical Association: Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Territory
Information with lesson plan for grades 9-12 about Thomas Jefferson and the events surrounding his decision to purchase the Louisiana Territory.
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White House Historical Association: John F. Kennedy and the Space Race
A look at John F. Kennedy's goal for the United States, which was to send the first man to the Moon and to bring him safely back to Earth. Informational text and lesson plan for students in grades 9-12.
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White House Historical Association: The Great Cause of Union
Information with lesson plan for grades 9-12 about Abraham Lincoln's presidency focuses on the decisions and political actions he had to make throughout the Civil War.
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White House Historical Association: Brief History of Presidential Inaugurations
Offers comprehensive historical background on presidential inaugurations from George Washington to Bill Clinton. Includes images and a trivia quiz to test your knowledge.
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White House Historical Association: White House Pets
Detailed narrative on American presidents and their domestic pets which have included birds, horses, sheep, and alligators. Includes fun facts and images.
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White House Historical Association: A Tour of the White House
Follow a pictorial and audio tour of the history of the White House. Each room, such as the East Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room, has its own tour complete with historic pictures and events that took place.
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White House Historical Association: Presidential Retreats
These historical resources include photos of presidents and their families while on vacation or retreat from the White House. Links to many other resources for information on the White House history.
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The White House Historical Association: The Presidents
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
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White House Historical Association: Thence Forward, and Forever Free
Informational text and lesson plan for grades 9-12 tracing Abraham Lincoln's battle against slavery from the time he was in the Illinois State Legislature through his presidency and writing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
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White House Historical Association: Desegregation of the Armed Services
Information and lesson plan for grades 9-12 about President Harry Truman's work with A. Philip Randolph and other civil rights leaders to desegregate the armed services.
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White House Historical Association: Colors and Shapes of the White House
Learning resource for K-3 about some of the different rooms in the White House as well as how they are decorated and how they are used.
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The White House Historical Association: An Artist Visits the White House Past
View and explore Peter Waddell's paintings depicting the interior and exterior of White House from 1792 to 1902. Includes an audio statement from the artist and a downloadable activity guide for students in grades K-5.
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White House Historical Association: Christmas Tree Themes
The White House Historical Association takes a look at how Christmas has been celebrated in the White House throughout history. A chronicle of how Christmas trees have been decorated and the themes used by the various First Ladies. Also...
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White House Historical Association: Lbj Ascends to the Presidency
Information about Lyndon B. Johnson becoming President of the United States after the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
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White House Historical Association: The White House: Symbol of Leadership
Informative lesson on the White House for grades K-3, teaches young young scholars that the White House is a home and workplace of the President of the United States as well as a symbol of leadership.
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White House Historical Association: Desegregation of the Defense Industries
Information on President Franklin D. Roosevelt's work with A. Philip Randolph and other civil rights leaders to desegregate the defense industries. Includes lesson plan for grades 9-12.