Throughout his life and presidency, Theodore Roosevelt contributed to the America we know today in so many ways. An adaptable instructional activity prompts young historians to create a chronological timeline of Roosevelt's contributions to different aspects of American government and wildlife, color-coded by category.

Concepts

theodore roosevelt, presidents' day, united states presidents, timelines, chronological order, the panama canal

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Split the class into six small groups, and have each group work on one category of significant events to add to a whole-class time
• Assign to individuals for homework before coming to class prepared to discuss the life of Theodore Roosevelt

Classroom Considerations

• Resource was published shortly after 9/11 and uses that time period as a context for instruction; however, the lesson is applicable for current years
• Requires Internet access for part of the lesson
• Part of a four-lesson unit on Theodore Roosevelt

Pros

• Focuses on analysis and sequencing skills, as well as reverse event analysis
• Provides an in-depth look at the life of an important historical figure

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.1 RI.6.1 RI.7.1 RI.8.1 RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1 RH.6-8.1 RH.9-10.1 RH.11-12.1