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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Before and Beyond the Constitution: What Should a President Do?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers discuss the powers and responsibilities of the President, list some precedents established during Washington's presidency, and match presidential actions with the type of Executive power it is.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: President of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a comprehensive article on the presidency of the United States. Learn about the history of this office, its responsibilities and its powers.