http://historyexplorer.si.edu/rss?key=resourcesSmithsonian's History Explorer Resources Related To Book "So You Want to be President?"http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=807http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=807<p>This online exhibition examines the history of the American presidency. Through the use of objects from the museum's extensive collection, an interactive timeline and interactive activities, students will study the realities of the presidency, from its origins to the present, as well as the lives of the men who have held the office.</p>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:43:08 GMThttp://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=29http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=29<p>On June 29, 1950, President Truman performed all seven presidential jobs. In this activity, students will learn about the Presidency by looking at an excerpt of the President's schedule from that day and match the events with the correct role of the president. They will then see if they can match the presidential roles with objects from the exhibition <em>The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden</em>.</p>Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:44:17 GMThttp://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=8094http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=8094<p>Studying the presidency offers students a new way to explore American history. What does it mean to be the president of the United States of America? What is the relationship of the presidency to the American people? Using artifacts and documents, students can begin to uncover this uniquely American experience.</p> <p>This package of lessons address campaigning, inauguration, the roles of the president, life in the White House, and assassination and mourning. Each topic includes teacher background information and student activities, while some topics also include supporting primary sources.</p>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:46:10 GMT