Do you know who the shortest termed US President was? How about the richest? What is the most common name among U.S. Presidents? Read on to find out these and other fascinating facts and figures about all 53 U.S. Presidents to date, as well as how they compare in terms of height, weight, education, term length, age at the inauguration, and more! First of all, did you notice I said 53 presidents, not 46? There is a reason for that! The first president of the United States was not George Washington. Let me clarify: Washington was the first president under the Constitution of June 21, 1788, ratified by 1790. Who was the REAL first President? The first constitution of the USA was titled "Articles of Confederation" and was in force between 1781 and 1788. It created a single house of Congress and no executive - but for one year during this period (1781-2, John Hanson served as "President of US in Congress Assembled" - or, in short, President of the United States. He was elected by … [Read more...]

I was only four years old and knew all of my states and capitals. Seriously, adults underestimate kids like crazy. Youngsters have brains like a sponge - ready to soak up anything you want to feed it. These United States Flash Cards are a great thing to play with - and they are FREE! If you want to take it a step further - pencil in the state capitals on the back too! The kids will learn what the state looks like, what it's name is, and then, the capital! Get My FREE United States Flash Cards What do you do with these once you print them out? Cut them apart and put into a zippy bag or other container. Keep it with you for those times you are stuck "waiting". Are you at a restaurant and waiting for the food to arrive? Whip out that baggie and start working with the states. Are you at the dentist office and waiting to be called in? Pull out the zippy bag and start working with the states. Are you stuck inside on a rainy day? OK - you get the idea -- pull out the zippy bag and … [Read more...]

I LOVE strong women who make their everlasting mark on history! This month I want to talk about a hero of not only women but African Americans as it is Black History Month. Sojourner Truth was an incredible person and the focus of a workbook I have for you this month! This Sojourner Truth Study Guide shares a lot of great information about this African American evangelist - who was also an abolitionist, women's rights activist and author. She lived a horrible life as a slave and did what she could to bring about change. Change that was sorely needed. Having been sold 3 times before she turned 13? That strikes home with me now that I am 13 - I can't even imagine what she went through - with one of her "masters" being exceptionally cruel. That is just a little about the biography of her - but there is more inside my Sojourner Truth Study Guide. You will also find her most famous quotes, some fun puzzles to learn more, and all in all? This should make for a great lesson plan … [Read more...]

Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu, commonly known as Mother Teresa and honored in the Roman Catholic Church as Saint Teresa of Calcutta, was born on August 26th, 1910. This selfless and incredible 5' tall woman graced our world for 87 years. My Free Mother Teresa Unit Study Workbook can teach you more about her and the legacy she left us. What is In my Free Mother Teresa Unit Study Workbook? Well, I aim to show you how one person can make a huge impact on the world. We actually just covered this concept in Girl Scouts over the last year - the power of one. One person, one act, one idea. Mother Teresa knew her "calling" when she was just 12 and six years later, she was able to take steps to make it a reality. Her life was dedicated to those who needed help the most, and to unconditional love. She worked with the hungry, homeless, sick, and poor. Canonized by the church and also a Nobel Prize winner? What is there about this incredible woman to NOT love? Blending education with fun, I … [Read more...]