The White House | Reading Comprehension Deck | Interactive Lesson

The White House | Reading Comprehension Lesson engages middle school students through an interactive slideshow about the history and functions of the famous U.S. presidential home and workplace. Educators can implement this versatile resource in various ways - as a whole class lesson, small group work, or individual assignments. The deck immerses students in learning through multiple modalities, including informational reading passages with audio for differentiated support, close reading tasks, quick write prompts, and videos. Assessment opportunities allow teachers to check comprehension and learning. By covering key social studies and government topics around civic institutions in an engaging format, this reading lesson aims to bolster student knowledge and spark discussion around the important site that is The White House.