Lesson Set 23:  1600 Pennsylvania Avenue

Today, we're covering:
  • creative writing
  • historic characters:  John and Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, and Harry Truman
  • reading comprehension
  • post-Revolutionary event:  first residents of the white house, the War of 1812, and the white house remodel
  • letter writing
  • mixed fractions and decimal numbers
  • bonus content:  art, read aloud, and science
1.  Introduction
​2.  Mood Music
​3.  Moving Day
4.  What's in a Name?
At various times in history, the White House has been known by different names.  Read about The White House Building, and find out more:
The White House Building
The next video will ask questions about your reading.
5.  Open House
The White House has been expanded since the Adamses first moved in.  Use the image below to explore the White House and get your bearings.  After you have had some time, we'll test your memory.
6.  Fire!
The White House burned?  Can you imagine how this must have felt, to have such a representation of our patriotism and authority demolished?
7.  Flip this House
By the time President Harry Truman moved into the White House, the place was falling apart.  Here is what he did to fix it:
8.  Wonderopolis
Click on the link below.  Read and answer ​the questions.
How Many Rooms Are in the White House?
​9.  Letter to the President
Write a letter to the current president.  Instructions for writing a letter are in the video below.
If your letter is good enough and you have your parent's permission, you may mail your letter.  The president's address is 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC  20500.  I wonder if he will write you back.
10.  Mixed Fractions/Decimals
This lesson takes us further with mixed fractions and decimal numbers.
11.  Conclusion
As always, you should add 30 minutes of reading and 30 minutes of exercise to your daily schedule (I'll get you started with some bonus art, read aloud, and even some science content below!).​  I suggest you also do some chores around the house to keep yourself busy, productive, and useful.  Please remember to let me know what you're enjoying or what is challenging about these lessons.
Remember:  don't worry; be happy!
​Bonus:  Art
​Bonus:  Read Aloud
​Bonus:  Science