Mount Vernon (ENHANCED eBook)

Mount Vernon (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Julia Hargrove

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2005-03-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1429112808

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Mount Vernon, the Virginia home of George Washington, is a popular tourist site with an interesting history. Students learn some of the history of Virginia, beginning with Jamestown, including the relationship between Captain John Smith and Pocahontas. They'll discover how Washington contributed to the freedom of America and became our first President, but was always happy to go home. Review questions are included as well as suggestions for further study using the internet and multiple intelligence activities. A complete answer key is provided.

Washington Monument (ENHANCED eBook)

Washington Monument (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Julia Hargrove

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2001-03-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1429111933

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As the fascinating story of George Washington unfolds (from young boy to General to President), children will also learn about the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, building the Washington Monument and other tributes to the first President. Activities designed for writing, researching and exploring provide additional information and hands-on experiences.

Mount Rushmore (ENHANCED eBook)

Mount Rushmore (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Julia Hargrove

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2002-03-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 142911214X

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The largest figures of any statue in the world are located in the tribute to four great American Presidents known as Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The head of Washington is about 60 feet (18 m) high--to the scale of a person 465 feet (142 m) tall! From Doane Robinson's dream of a South Dakota monument to Western heroes to Gutzon Borglum's eternal tribute to a nation dedicated to democracy, the story of Mount Rushmore is a fascinating study in history, politics, personalities and perseverance.

Meet the Presidents (ENHANCED eBook)

Meet the Presidents (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Cindy Barden

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 1996-03-01

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 1429111208

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Students will learn about the election process, fascinating facts about the men who held the office of President of the United States, as well as significant events during their lives and terms. Use this creative resource to support your lessons and bring these important historical figures to life. Barack Obama included.

U.S. Presidency (ENHANCED eBook)

U.S. Presidency (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Tim McNeese

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2001-09-01

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 1429109483

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"The U.S. Presidency" traces the complicated evolution of the American presidency from 1789 to the present. From George Washington to George W. Bush, the distinct legacies and unique contributions of all 43 American presidents are discussed. Using a biographical format, special emphasis is given to the powerful convergence of personality and circumstance which transformed the office of our nation's chief executive into the most prominent and influential political office in the world. Challenging review questions encourage meaningful reflection and historical analysis. Tests, answer key, and bibliography included.

February Holidays (ENHANCED eBook)

February Holidays (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Lee Ellen Ehorn

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 1995-09-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1429108983

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Our February activity book has been prepared to help teachers of lower elementary grades in teaching a patriotic unit emphasizing the February holidays. At the end of the unit, children will be more aware of their heritage and therefore be able to develop a respect for their country and its patriots. Activities include poems, penmanship, and writing. A holiday book is also included for children to take home and share with their families.

Presidents Time Line (ENHANCED eBook)

Presidents Time Line (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Ellen Sussman

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2003-03-01

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 1429112557

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An exciting new presentation of timely and timeless mateial--sure to spark students' interest in some of our country's more fascinating figures. Excellent for discussion starters, research investigations, group activities, cooperative learning projects, multiple intelligence lessons and more!

Meet the First Ladies (ENHANCED eBook)

Meet the First Ladies (ENHANCED eBook) PDF

Author: Cindy Barden

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 1996-03-01

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1429111216

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In Meet the First Ladies, your students will find a biographical sketch with detailed information, followed by questions for discussion and research. A page focusing on some aspect of life in the time is also included. Students will learn that not every First Lady was a wife (daughters and relatives also filled the role), how Martha Jefferson made soap, the identity of the first baby born in the White House, who rode down the White House stairs on a cookie sheet and much, much more!