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Title:
| U.S. President: Andrew Jackson |
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Description:
| Andrew Jackson was a president of the people. These sites trace his history and his legacy including the "Trail of Tears". There are audio and video files about Jackson. Political cartoons are featured on another site. Included is an eThemes resource on U.S. Presidents. |
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Grade Level:
| 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
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Resource Links:
| PBS: Expanding Power
Click on "Jackson" under his picture to read more.
American President: Andrew Jackson
This site has many topics including "First Lady" and "Cabinet.
EDSITEment: Andrew Jackson
Read this lesson plan about Andrew Jackson. The lesson plan is designed for grades 9-12.
Biography of Andrew Jackson
This biography is from the official Whitehouse web site.
PBS: Indian Removal
Read about the historical events that led to the "Trail of Tears."
Historical Documents: The Indian Removal Act of 1830
Scroll down to view a time line of the "Trail of Tears." NOTE: The site includes ads.
Should Andrew Jackson Be Considered a Champion of Democracy?
Read this lesson from a high school history class.
eThemes Resource: U.S. Presidents
These sites have biographies of the presidents of the United States and their wives. Includes information about election trivia, debates, and inaugural addresses, plus some online games.
eThemes Resource: Trail of Tears
Learn more about Cherokee Indians, Oklahoma reservations, and historical references for the Trail of Tears and the Westward Movement. Includes maps, timelines, and images. There are links to eThemes resources on native American culture and plains Indians.
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Education Standards:
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ME Standards:
2.A.1, 2.A.3
MO Standards:
2a.F.1.a, 2a.A.1, 2a.B.1.b
NV Standards:
C.2.8.4
UT Standards:
5.4.d, 7.2.b, 1.3.e
If you are an eMINTS teacher and standards have not been defined for your
state, click the button below to request that they be assigned to this resource.
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