Mrs. Ranney's class has recently begun a unit on the
history of our country and government.
Certainly, we can't think of the beginning of the
United States of America without thinking about
George Washington!
(also known as The Father of Our Country)
During a recent visit to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library,
Mrs. Ranney was able to view the temporary exhibit called
Discover the Real George Washington!
The exhibit helps viewers get to know what George Washington
was really like, what he thought was important, and what
his special talents were.
This scale model diorama of Mount Vernon, George Washington's home in Virginia was on display.
Each inch represented about one foot.
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| George Washington as a 19-year-old surveyor |
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| Some of Washington's surveying equipment |
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| General Washington during the Revolutionary War |
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| President Washington taking the oath of office in 1789 |
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There were many other interesting displays and artifacts!
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| The signing of The Constitution |
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| Mr. Washington's very own dentures! |
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| The Washington Family Bible |
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| A beautiful gown worn by First Lady, Martha Washington |
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In addition, two years ago when Mrs. Ranney was spending time with her
daughter in New York, she was able to visit the Fraunces Tavern Museum, an important meeting place during the Revolutionary War. When the war was over, this is where
General Washington celebrated with his men!
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What did you find most interesting in this post?
What facts can you add about George Washington
or this important period in United States history?
or this important period in United States history?
Use World Book Online
to do some additional research.
Remember to take notes first. Then rewrite your notes
in your own words in your comment!
to do some additional research.
Remember to take notes first. Then rewrite your notes
in your own words in your comment!
Dear Class,
ReplyDeleteI learned some facts about George Washington {also known as the Father of our country}. Did you know that Washington commanded the Army that won American independence from Britain {England} in the American Revolution? He also became our first National President. I hope you enjoyed the facts I've shared with you.
Sincerely,
Josh♔
Well done, Josh! I know I can always depend on you to leave a great comment!
DeleteIn the words of an American colonist,
Huzzah! Huzzah!
Mrs. Ranney
Dear Mrs. Ranney and Class,
ReplyDeleteMy favorite picture was the diorama because it is so realistic. It also makes me feel like George Washington is still here.
Best Wishes,
Grace
@Grace,
DeleteI agree! I really enjoyed the scale model of Mt. Vernon, Mr. Washington's home in Virginia.
How about doing some research and finding out some more facts about George Washington that you can share in a comment?
Regards,
Mrs. Ranney
Dear Mrs. Ranney and Class,
ReplyDeleteAndrew and I went to the Ronald Regan Library together. We got many great pics that we will share with you sometime this week. My favorite thing was George Washington's dentures. We learned that he had 8 different sets dentures and none were wooden. We also saw a video of the Revolutionary War.
Your classmate,
Josh
@Josh,
DeleteI am so glad that you and Andrew were able to visit the Washington exhibit! I thought his dentures were pretty interesting too. There has been so much published over the years about Washington having wooden teeth, so it was especially fascinating to find out that is not what they were made from at all!
What did you learn from watching the video about the Revolutionary War? How about sharing some facts about it here?
I'm looking forward to seeing your photos!
Huzzah! Huzzah!
Mrs. Ranney
Dear Mrs. Ranney and Class,
ReplyDeleteMy family and I visit the Ronald Reagan Library a few times of year. Our favorite day is Colonial Days! In 1787 At the Constitution Convention, George Washington was unanimously chosen as president. He was a very honest man and loved by all. Here is a famous quote from our fearless leader!
"I hold the maxim no less applicable to public than to private affairs, that honesty is the best policy."
– George Washington
Michael
@Michael,
DeleteIt is wonderful that you and your family visit the Reagan Library regularly! I hope you'll have an opportunity to see the Washington exhibit!
I have not been there for Colonial Days. I will definitely have to check that out!
Thanks so much for sharing such a wonderful quote by the Father of Our Country!
Great job!
Mrs. Ranney
Dear Class,
DeleteJosh and I went to the Ronald Reagan Library on Sunday. First, we checked out some Reagan facts. Then, at the very end of our visit, we went to the George Washington exhibit. We saw many pictures of George Washington. We saw a big diagram of Mount Vernon. Also, we saw life size figure of George Washington taking the oath to become President. I can't wait to back again to see the next exhibit.
Your Classmate,
Andrew
Dear Mrs. Ranney and Class,
ReplyDeleteOver Spring Break, I went to the George Washington exhibit at The Ronald Reagan Library. We learned so many facts about him, my mom did not even know those facts!
I even took the Oath Of Office and saw a set of his dentures. They were made out of hippopatamus ivory and real human teeth (not wood, like most people think!). We also watched a video on how they created the exhibit and how they made the mannequins of George. It was so amazing!
George Washington and his wife, Martha, didn't have any children of their own, but she had some from a previous marriage.
If you have not seen it I recumend going befor it goes on May 22nd.
Sincerely,
Hayley