They Grew up to Be President
Explore US presiedents biographies on a weekly basis, uncovering their birthplaces, childhoods, education, favorite foods, and pastimes. Delve into each president's journey pre- and post-presidency.
April Rogers
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4.8
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekAssessment
An informal assessment will be provided for each student every 4 weeks. A written report and letter grade are available upon request.Grading
If you are in need of a grade to meet your state homeschooling requirements one is available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner - Advanced Level
Your student will step right into a fascinating journey through American history! The United States has had 45 different people serve as president since gaining independence from Great Britain. Each week, we’ll dive into the life of a new president, discovering everything from their birthplace and schooling to their favorite foods and hobbies. Students will learn where they went to college and what careers they chose. We'll uncover what inspired them to run for president, who their vice president was, and what they did after leaving office. With captivating slides and engaging videos, each president will come to life, making the learning experience truly unforgettable! Plus, students will groove to the rhythm of the president's song, a catchy tune that will help them remember each president's name and the order in which they served as president. Get ready to compare your likes and dislikes to those of the presidents, and create your very own book, a president's book filled with colorful pages and fascinating biographical notes. It's going to be an epic adventure through history that your student won't want to miss. Monday Class Schedule 09/09/2024 Week 27: Theodore Roosevelt 09/16/2024 Week 28: William Taft 09/23/2024 Week 29: Woodrow Wilson 09/30/2024 Week 30: Warren G. Harding 10/07/2024 Week 31: Calvin Coolidge 10/14/2024 Week 32: Herbert Hoover 10/21/2024 Week 33: Franklin D. Roosevelt 10/28//2024 Week 34: Harry S. Truman 11/04/2024 Week 35: Dwight D. Eisenhower 11/11/2024 Week 36: John F. Kennedy 11/18/2024 Week 37: Lyndon B. Johnson 11/25/2024 Week 38: Richard M. Nixon 12./02/2024 Week 39: Gerald R. FordJ 12/09/2024 Week 40: James E. Carter 12/16/2024 Week 41: Ronald Reagan 01/06/2025 Week 42: George H.W. Bush 01/13/2025 Week 43: William J. Clinton 01/20/2025 Week 44: George W. Bush 01/27/2025 Week 45: Barrack H. Obama 02/03/2025 Week 46: Donald J. Trump 02/10/2025 Week 47: Joseph R. Biden, Jr. 02/17/2025 Week 48: President #47 Classes will begin again from George Washington Wednesday Class Schedule 09/11/2024 Week 28: William Taft 09/18/2024 Week 29: Woodrow Wilson 09/25/2024 Week 30: Warren G. Harding 10/02/2024 Week 31: Calvin Coolidge 10/09/2024 Week 32: Herbert Hoover 10/16/2024 Week 33: Franklin D. Roosevelt 10/23/2024 Week 34: Harry S. Truman 10/30/2024 Week 35: Dwight D. Eisenhower 11/06/2024 Week 36: John F. Kennedy 11/13/2024 Week 37: Lyndon B. Johnson 11/20/2024 Week 38: Richard M. Nixon 11/27/2024 Week 39: Gerald R. FordJ 12/04/2024 Week 40: James E. Carter 12/11/2024 Week 41: Ronald Reagan 12/18/2024 Week 42: George H.W. Bush 01/08/2025 Week 43: William J. Clinton 01/15/2025 Week 44: George W. Bush 01/22/2025 Week 45: Barrack H. Obama 01/29/2025 Week 46: Donald J. Trump 02/05/2025 Week 47: Joseph R. Biden, Jr. 02/12/2025 Week 48: President #47 Classes will begin again from George Washington Thursdays Class Schedule 09/26/2024 Week 29: Woodrow Wilson 10/03/2024 Week 30: Warren G. Harding 10/10/2024 Week 31: Calvin Coolidge 10/17/2024 Week 32: Herbert Hoover 10/24/2024 Week 33: Franklin D. Roosevelt 10/31/2024 Week 34: Harry S. Truman 11/07/2024 Week 35: Dwight D. Eisenhower 11/014/2024 Week 36: John F. Kennedy 11/21/2024 Week 37: Lyndon B. Johnson 12/05/2024 Week 38: Richard M. Nixon 12/12/2024 Week 39: Gerald R. FordJ 12/19/2024 Week 40: James E. Carter 01/02/2024 Week 41: Ronald Reagan 01/09/2024 Week 42: George H.W. Bush 01/16/2025 Week 43: William J. Clinton 01/23/2025 Week 44: George W. Bush 01/30/2025 Week 45: Barrack H. Obama 02/06/2025 Week 46: Donald J. Trump 02/13/2025 Week 47: Joseph R. Biden, Jr. 02/20/2025 Week 48: President #47 Classes will begin again from George Washington
Learning Goals
The learning goals for this class are two:
1. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the lives and legacies of the 46 presidents of the United States, including unique cases like Grover Cleveland serving nonconsecutive terms.
2. Explore and compare each president's background, childhood, education, favorite foods, hobbies, and post-presidential activities of each president to gain insight into their lives and historical significance.
3. Given up familiarity with the presidential order and names through the engaging “president song” to aid in memorization and recall.
4. Utilize multimedia resources such as slides, videos, and music to enhance the learning experience and make the study of history engaging and memorable.
5. Encourage critical thinking and self-expression by comparing the president's preferences with their own and creating a personalized book of presidents to reinforce learning and foster creativity.
6. Foster an appreciation for American history and the presidency, instilling a sense of curiosity and respect for the leaders who have shaped the nation.
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class is designed with the needs of neurodivergent students in mind. Dyslexi font is used for all reading materials to aid those with Dyslexia. Students will never be called on randomly only when they volunteer.
Parental Guidance
All content is age-appropriate. No sensitive material will be presented.
Supply List
Crayons, colored pencils, markers (your choice). Pen or pencil for writing.
Joined June, 2017
4.8
293reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I hold a BA in History with minors in Women's Studies and Humanities and an MA in History. My area of specialty is women's history (My studies also include the history of Women of Color and Indigenous Women), and American (United States) history from the 1560s to 1960s. I have completed numerous continuing education courses covering different topics in history. Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
3-10 learners per class
