US Presidents
20 of Our Favorite Presidents’ Day Activities for the Classroom
Originally established as a national holiday in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, Presidents’ Day is now popularly viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents, both past and present. For educators, Presidents’ Day is a great opportunity to celebrate everything POTUS. Use the activities listed below or let them inspire you to… learn more
Abraham Lincoln Collection
Would Abe Lincoln have been awarded a Nobel Prize for Peace? Review thousands of documents about The papers of Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), lawyer, a representative from Illinois, and sixteenth president of the United States, contain approximately 40,550 documents dating from 1774 to 1948, although most of the collection spans from the 1850s through Lincoln’s presidency… learn more
Abraham Lincoln: Presidential Library & Museum
Understanding the importance of educating about President Lincoln’s life and legacy, as well as the history of the great state of Illinois, ALPLM’s Education Department works hand-in-hand with our expert historians to create classroom-ready learning materials. Ranging from individual lesson plans to mini-units of study, these resources can be modified for a variety of uses… learn more
American Presidency: Educational Resources
The National Portrait Gallery began to acquire the likenesses of American presidents shortly after the museum was established by Congress in 1962, and a number of portraits, including paintings of Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson, and John F. Kennedy, were already in the collection when the museum opened to the public in 1968. During the 1970s,… learn more
Best Presidents Day Lessons and Activities
Tech & Learning These Presidents Day lessons and activities are all free, easy to access and provide many different ways of teaching and learning about U.S. presidents. Diana Restifo February 01, 2022 learn more
Constitution Facts: The Presidents of the United States
Welcome to ConstitutionFacts.com where you'll see the entire text of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the Declaration of Independence - and much more! You'll find interesting insights into the men who wrote the Constitution, how it was created, and how the Supreme Court has interpreted the United States Constitution in the two centuries since its… learn more
Creative Ways to Teach about US Presidents
While President’s Day is typically associated with Washington and Lincoln, the holiday lends itself well to lessons and projects on all of our country’s Founding Fathers. Pair these presidential activities with Help Teaching’s graphic organizers and printable worksheets for the full presidential treatment. learn more
Enchanted Learning: President's Day
The official US holiday is meant to honor only George Washington, but many people consider President's Day a day to honor both George Washington (born on Feb. 22, 1732) and Abraham Lincoln (born on Feb. 12, 1809). learn more
George Washington: Facts, Revolution, & Presidency
George Washington (1732-99) was commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-83) and served two terms as the first U.S. president, from 1789 to 1797. learn more
George Washington: THE 1ST PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
The biography for President Washington and past presidents is courtesy of the White House Historical Association. On April 30, 1789, George Washington, standing on the balcony of Federal Hall on Wall Street in New York, took his oath of office as the first President of the United States. learn more
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Victorious general of the American Revolution, the first President of the United States, successful planter and entrepreneur. Explore the life and legacies of George Washington. learn more
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
The JFK Library is dedicated to the memory of our nation's thirty-fifth president and to all those who through the art of politics seek a new and better world. Located on a ten-acre park, overlooking the sea that he loved and the city that launched him to greatness, the Library stands as a vibrant tribute… learn more
Mrs. Kim Reads Presidents' Day (READ-ALOUD)
Mrs. Kim reads Presidents' Day by Anne Rockwell. This book is perfect for teachers and students who are eager to celebrate Presidents' Day! As always, you are so special, so sweet, and so smart. learn more
Photographs of Every US President in Color
Due to the United States being a relatively young independent nation, almost every President from their 250-year history has been photographed. 39 of the 45 people that have held the highest office were caught on camera, and thanks to colorizer James Berridge, you are now able to every President in color. January 20th, 2021 learn more
Presidents Day Lesson Plans and Resources
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Presidents of the United States
Welcome! In this resource you will find background information on all the Presidents of the United States of America. This includes the election results, their Vice Presidents, Cabinet Members, First Ladies, Supreme Court appointments, notable events and some other points of interest. Links to their biographies, historical documents, audio and video files, and other presidential sites are also included. Below is… learn more
Presidents' Day Facts For Kids
Presidents' Day is an interesting holiday, Watch this video to learn about its origin. learn more
Presidents' Day Lessons
Teach your high school students about the constitutional legacy of George Washington, James Madison, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan this Presidents' Day. These free, ready-to-use lessons will engage your students in learning about these important presidents and how they shaped the history and Constitution of our nation. Each lesson was written and reviewed by scholars… learn more
Presidents' Day Worksheets, Lessons and Activities
Presidents’ Day, a national and federal holiday, is celebrated on the third Monday of February. The holiday was originally established in the 1880s to celebrate the birthday of George Washington on February 22. The holiday was later shifted to the third Monday in February and became popularly known as Presidents’ Day, celebrating Washington's birthday in… learn more
TeachersFirst's American Presidents Related Resources
Whether you are celebrating Presidents Day or learning about the Executive Branch of the U.S. government, this collection of reviewed resources about presidents provides a rich starting point for research, class study, or multimedia projects. learn more
TeachersFirst's U.S. Presidential Inaugurations Resources
Every four years, the U.S. celebrates the peaceful transition of power from one administration to the next. 2009 was an especially historic year in U.S. history, with the juxtaposition of Lincoln's 200th birthday and the inauguration of President Barack Obama, but every inauguration is unique in some way. No matter what grade level you teach… learn more
The American Presidency Project
Our goal today is to be recognized as the authoritative, non-partisan on-line source for presidential public documents. By providing easy access to useful information, we seek to promote a more informed citizenry of the United States, high quality scholarly and media analysis, and a better understanding of American democracy throughout the world. learn more
The Whitehouse: Presidents of the United States
Learn more about the Presidents of the United States. Learn about the biographies of each President, their lives, their families, and their time in office. learn more
What Can We Learn About Character from the Presidents of the United States?
President’s Day is not just a great opportunity to teach students about the presidents of the United States of America, but to also teach about the character traits that make someone a great leader. This cross-curricular unit is packed with interesting facts and resources about some of the 46 presidents, and also includes fun extension… learn more