Objective

By the end of this lesson, the first-grade homeschool student will be able to identify and describe some key facts about US presidents.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and pencil
• Coloring materials
• Access to a computer or library books about US presidents

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Start by discussing with the student what they already know about US presidents. Encourage them to share any names or facts they may have heard before.
2. Introduce the student to a list of US presidents, either by showing them pictures or reading out their names. Ask the student to choose one president they find interesting.
3. Have the student research their chosen president using books or online resources. They can find information about their president's early life, accomplishments, or interesting facts.
4. Ask the student to create a simple timeline of their chosen president's life. They can draw pictures or write short sentences to represent important events.
5. Encourage the student to share their findings with you or other family members. They can present their timeline and share interesting facts about their chosen president.
6. Finish the activity by discussing with the student what they have learned and asking if they have any new questions about US presidents.

First Grade Talking Points

• "US presidents are important leaders of our country."
• "They make decisions that affect many people."
• "Presidents are elected by the people of the United States."
• "Each president has their own unique story and accomplishments."
• "We can learn about presidents by reading books or searching online."
• "Creating a timeline helps us organize important events in a president's life."
• "Sharing what we learn with others helps us teach and learn more about US presidents."
• "Asking questions is a great way to continue learning about US presidents."