John Tyler

American Presidents

Int – Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson, students read about the 10th president of the United States. They learn about how Texas became a state and discuss why American presidents do or do not run for a second term.

Focus

academic
reading
writing
interpretive

Vocabulary

prosperous
preparatory
attorney
resign
cooperate
bone of contention
infuriated
notable
controversial
resolution
A spinning paper plane