Lesson plan: What Happens During a Presidential Inauguration?

Every four years on January 20, a ceremony called an inauguration marks the start of the United States president’s new term. The Constitution requires that the president take the oath of office at noon on this day, and there are many other events and traditions that celebrate the occasion. Watch this episode of Social Studies Shorts to explore what happens on this day and look at interesting moments from past inaugurations, then use the accompanying support materials to encourage classroom engagement. Source: PBS LearningMedia