Meet the Founding Fathers
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Dive straight into the full unit for an immersive experience, or take it step by step by exploring and printing lessons two at a time.
Unit 1 Overview
Supplies Needed
• Scissors
• Glue/Tape
• Paperclip
• Stapler
• Crayons/Markers
• String
Optional Supplies
• Our Dress Up Bundle
• Macaroni Noodles
• Ribbon
Learning Objective
• Understand the contributions of the Founding Fathers: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams.
• Teach traditional values like hard work, unity, and the importance of freedom.
New Concepts Taught
Lesson 1-2: George Washington – Learn about his role as the first president, leadership in the American Revolution, and his contributions to American freedom.
Activity 1: Create a mini book about his leadership in the Revolution.
Activity 2: George Washington Journey
Lesson 3-4: Benjamin Franklin – Discover Franklin’s inventions, his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence.
Activity 1: Cut and paste inventions and discoveries.
Activity 2: Pretend lightening rod and kite craft.
Lesson 5-6: Thomas Jefferson – Understand Jefferson’s role in writing the Declaration of Independence and his vision for America.
Activity 1: Go on a Thomas Jefferson scavenger hunt.
Activity 2: Write your own “declaration” using pretend quill pens.
Lesson 7-8:John Adams – Learn about Adams’ family and his presidency.
Activity 1: Write a special letter.
Activity 2: Create a freedom fort.
Congratulations! 🎉
You’ve just completed your first stop on the journey and earned your very first Little Lion History badge! 🦁 Take a moment to celebrate all the hard work you’ve done—now don’t forget to glue your badge onto your map as a reminder of your amazing achievement. Keep exploring and see where history takes you next!