Lee Anderson
Fort Mifflin & Hog Island Roads
Philadelphia, PA 19153
United States
Phone: (215) 685-4168
Fax: (215) 685-4166
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons, Content Providers: Content Providers
Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons, Content Providers: Content Providers
Primary Disciplines
Social Studies/History
Secondary Disciplines
Language Arts/English
Program Description
Washington was chosen to be the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary forces in 1775. But even before that he was known as the "hero at the Monongahela" during the French & Indian War when he was a young man. Later,elected to the Virginia House of Burgesses and married Martha Dandridge Cutis, he inherited a farm own by his brother. Find out who the real George Washington is, beyond the wooden teeth and chopping down a cherry tree.
Social Studies/History
Secondary Disciplines
Language Arts/English
Program Description
Washington was chosen to be the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary forces in 1775. But even before that he was known as the "hero at the Monongahela" during the French & Indian War when he was a young man. Later,elected to the Virginia House of Burgesses and married Martha Dandridge Cutis, he inherited a farm own by his brother. Find out who the real George Washington is, beyond the wooden teeth and chopping down a cherry tree.
Program Format
This program opens with a reporter from a local news station announcing that he is going to interview General George Washington.The interviewer will ask the genera a series of questions that he will answer.A question and answer period by the class will commence when the interviewer has completed his questions.
This program opens with a reporter from a local news station announcing that he is going to interview General George Washington.The interviewer will ask the genera a series of questions that he will answer.A question and answer period by the class will commence when the interviewer has completed his questions.
Objectives
Learn beyond the legend and the text book about one of the most influential people in American history. Develop a new appreciation of his accomplishments. After the presentation, engage in a discussion about the pros and cons of this famous man's beliefs, his ideas and his legacy.
National Standards to which this program aligns
National StandardsNSS-USH.K-4.3 Social ScienceUnderstands the people, events, problems, and ideas that were significant in creating the history of our nation.NSS-G.K-12.4 HUMAN SYSTEMSUnderstand the processes,patterns, and functions of human settlement. Understand how the forces of cooperation and conflict among people influence the division and control of Earth's surfaceNSS-USH.5-12.2 ERA 2: COLONIZATION AND SETTLEMENT (1585-1763)Understands how political, religious, and social institutions emerged in the English colonies Understands how the values and institutions of European economic life took root in the colonies.
State Standards to which this program aligns
PA Standards8.3B.3.9Identify and describe primary documents, material, artifacts and historic sites important to the history of the United statesNJ StandardsN.J.S.A. 18A-6.4All students will demonstrate knowledge of United States and New Jersey history in order to understand life and events in the past and how they relate to the present and future.
Program Length
45 minutes to an hour for 3rd thru 12th grade
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
This is a special event and will only be offered until June 15th, 2008.
Learn beyond the legend and the text book about one of the most influential people in American history. Develop a new appreciation of his accomplishments. After the presentation, engage in a discussion about the pros and cons of this famous man's beliefs, his ideas and his legacy.
National Standards to which this program aligns
National StandardsNSS-USH.K-4.3 Social ScienceUnderstands the people, events, problems, and ideas that were significant in creating the history of our nation.NSS-G.K-12.4 HUMAN SYSTEMSUnderstand the processes,patterns, and functions of human settlement. Understand how the forces of cooperation and conflict among people influence the division and control of Earth's surfaceNSS-USH.5-12.2 ERA 2: COLONIZATION AND SETTLEMENT (1585-1763)Understands how political, religious, and social institutions emerged in the English colonies Understands how the values and institutions of European economic life took root in the colonies.
State Standards to which this program aligns
PA Standards8.3B.3.9Identify and describe primary documents, material, artifacts and historic sites important to the history of the United statesNJ StandardsN.J.S.A. 18A-6.4All students will demonstrate knowledge of United States and New Jersey history in order to understand life and events in the past and how they relate to the present and future.
Program Length
45 minutes to an hour for 3rd thru 12th grade
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
This is a special event and will only be offered until June 15th, 2008.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Interactive Cost for Premium Members: $100.00
View Only Cost: $100.00
View Only Cost for Premium Site Members: $75.00
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Cancellation Policy
We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice. Otherwise, every attempt to re-schedule will be made by the provider.
We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice. Otherwise, every attempt to re-schedule will be made by the provider.
Is video taping allowed?
No
No
Video Taping Notes
Videotaping is not permitted under any circumstances.
Videotaping is not permitted under any circumstances.
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
We are an IP Broadcast user, but can be reached by ISDN with a bridge.
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We are an IP Broadcast user, but can be reached by ISDN with a bridge.
How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now