George Washington: First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of Countrymen

Through this three-lesson unit examining George Washington's role in the French and Indian War, at the Federal Convention, and as chief executive, students will analyze a variety of primary source documents to help evaluate whether Washington's actions were characteristic of good leadership. The unit includes focus questions that may be used in Socratic seminars, cooperative learning, individual, and group work.
Resource ID#: 59610 Type: Unit/Lesson Sequence
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector
Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)
Keywords: George Washington, leadership qualities, chief executive, first president, Washington, founding fathers, French and Indian War, Constitutional Convention, American Revolution
Instructional Component Type(s): Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Lesson Plan,  Problem-Solving Task,  Text Resource,  Resource Collection
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Charter: Social Studies

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