Curated and Reviewed by
Lesson Planet
This Theodore Roosevelt: A Presidential Timeline lesson plan also includes:
- Activity
- Informational Text
- Teacher Reference
- Join to access all included materials
Throughout his life and presidency, Theodore Roosevelt contributed to the America we know today in so many ways. An adaptable lesson prompts young historians to create a chronological timeline of Roosevelt's contributions to different aspects of American government and wildlife, color-coded by category.
1 Collection
30 Views
22 Downloads
CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Additional Tags
Instructional Ideas
- Split the class into six small groups, and have each group work on one category of significant events to add to a whole-class time
- Assign to individuals for homework before coming to class prepared to discuss the life of Theodore Roosevelt
Classroom Considerations
- Resource was published shortly after 9/11 and uses that time period as a context for instruction; however, the lesson is applicable for current years
- Requires Internet access for part of the lesson
- Part of a four-lesson unit on Theodore Roosevelt
Pros
- Focuses on analysis and sequencing skills, as well as reverse event analysis
- Provides an in-depth look at the life of an important historical figure
Cons
- None