High Schoool The History of Presidents' Day Reading Passage

As a fellow homeschool mom of a 9th grader, I know how vital it is to find resources that respect our teens' maturity while pushing them to see the world through a new lens. I know that finding a high-qualify, rigorous resources is often never easy to do. I poured my heart into this History of Presidents’ Day resource because nothing I found online was interesting enough for my daughter. I based this resources on questions she asked me about Presidents' Day. My goal was to bridge the gap between knowing what happened and understanding why it matters for our democracy today.

INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE:

• A sophisticated reading passage tailored for the maturity of a high schooler.

• 20 multi-layered questions that push your teen to think deeply.

• A comprehensive answer key featuring full paragraph-style model responses.

• A focused primary source activity to sharpen those essential analysis skills.

TOPICS COVERED:

• Our nation's early 19th-century devotion to George Washington.

• The hidden story behind the Uniform Monday Holiday Act.

• How clever marketing and retail sales reshaped the holiday.

• Abraham Lincoln’s lasting impact on our February traditions.

I truly hope this History of Presidents’ Day resource helps your high schooler gain a fresh, deep appreciation for the office of the presidency and our fascinating history. Creating these materials is a total labor of love for me, especially as I navigate these transformative high school years right alongside you! I f you are looking to foster a spirit of inquiry and strengthen those essential writing skills, I believe this passage and question set will be a wonderful addition to your daily rhythm. Thank you so much for trusting me to help you guide your homeschooler through these big academic milestones.

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Thank you for your support!

Tina - Big Easy Homeschooling Mom