Reading Aloud -- Are Students Ever Too Old?
Mrs. Potter read books to Peggy about the Presidents. Do you read aloud to your family or friends? Do you think there ever a time when you are too old to be read to? Visit this site and learn more about this valuable resource. You can also visit Literacy connection - read aloud for more articles about the value of reading aloud.
Stories, Legends and Myths of Abraham Lincoln
Peggy was learning about Abraham Lincoln. Visit this site and learn the truth behind some of the myths and legends.
Inventors: Thomas Jefferson
Did you know Thomas Jefferson was an inventor? Stop by this site and see some of his creations.
The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies
Here you can read the “The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America.”
George Washington: The Soldier Through the French and Indian War
Peggy learned about George Washington and his military career when Mrs. Potter read to her. Visit this site for a quick glance at the his career.
Chapter Eight - Good-bye, Mr. President
Every weekday morning, Mrs Potter and Peggy would sit on the porch. Mrs. Potter would read out loud all the stories about presidents.
Classroom Extensions
1. Which President was the “Father of His Country?” Why was he called this?
2. Do you think Peggy ever got to see Mr. Roosevelt on the mountain? Write a poem about Mount Rushmore and the four Presidents.
Newspaper Activities
1. Peggy was feeling sad at having to leave her mountain and her new friends. Look through the ads in The News-Journal and clip out a picture of an item you think would make a good-bye gift from Peggy to her new friend, Mrs. Potter. Mount the clipping on a nice piece of paper and, below it, write a note or poem about the value of friendship. Then give it to someone you care about.
2. From the pages of The News-Journal, select a modern-day newsmaker that you think should be included on Mt. Rushmore. Write a paragraph or poem or draw a picture expressing your feelings about that person. Send it to nieworld.com for possible publication. Be sure to include your name and telephone number.
Fun & Games
1. Can you find them all? Printable Word Search Puzzle
2. Can you help Peggy get to Mount Rushmore before she has to go home? Printable Maze
3. Which person did Peggy learn about during the summer?
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