In honor of Presidents’ Day, we put together some learning activities that you can do at home to explore American history. These activities are designed to engage your child in a hands-on and interactive way, allowing them to deepen their understanding of the presidents and the impact they have had on our country. These Presidents’ Day activities are perfect to use along with The Playful Pioneers curriculum.

Early Presidents’ Book List

1. Presidential Timeline: Create a timeline of all the presidents, starting from George Washington to the current president. Include key events and accomplishments for each president. This activity will help students visualize the order of the presidents and understand the historical context in which they served. Click here to purchase our American history timeline cards.

2. Presidential Trivia: Test your child’s knowledge of the presidents with a fun trivia game. Create flashcards with questions about each president, such as their birthplace, political party, and notable achievements.

3. Presidential Portraits: Have your child research and recreate the portraits of different presidents. Provide them with art supplies and encourage them to pay attention to details such as facial features, clothing, and background. Display the portraits in your home to create a presidential gallery.

4. Presidential Speeches: Select a few famous presidential speeches and have your children analyze them. Discuss the purpose of the speech, the intended audience, and the impact it had on the nation. Encourage them to think critically about the messages conveyed and the historical significance of each speech.

5. Presidential Scavenger Hunt: Create a scavenger hunt where your children have to find information about different presidents. Provide them with a list of clues and direct them to various resources such as books, websites, and encyclopedias. This activity will help them practice their research skills while learning interesting facts about the presidents.

6. Presidential Quotations: Select a few famous quotes from different presidents and have your child discuss their meaning and significance. Encourage them to reflect on the values and ideals expressed in these quotes and how they relate to American history.

At The Peaceful Press, we offer learning activities that will not only help students develop a deeper understanding of American history but also foster critical thinking, research skills, and creativity. By engaging children in hands-on and interactive experiences and reading life giving literature, we aim to make learning about presidents and American history an enjoyable and memorable experience for the whole family.