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Lesson Plan: ESTABLISHING THE PRESIDENCY

Grade Level Grades 6-8
Resource Type Handout, Lesson Plan

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In this lesson plan on establishing the presidency:

  • Students will discuss the challenges of being the first President of the United States.
  • Students will analyze primary source documents in order to identify key points.
  • Students will present their findings to the class. 

TIMEFRAME: Approximately two class sessions

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Lesson Plan - Establishing the Presidency.doc

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February 10, 2020
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Background Information.doc

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Primary Source - Queries by the President.doc

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Primary Source - George Washington to James Madison, May 12, 1789.doc

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Primary Source - John Adams Response to George Washingtons Queries on Presidential Conduct.doc

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