Lesson: Presidents' Day (February)

Published on February 6, 2026

Presidents' Day (February)

CELEBRATE

📝 Overview

This Lesson Plan (LP) guides students to practice their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills by learning about the U.S. holiday of Presidents' Day. Students identify principles of good leaders and work together to brainstorm ways to commemorate leaders in their schools or communities.

🎯 Student Goals

As a result of this lesson, students will be able to:
  • practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills
  • learn about Presidents' Day traditions in the U.S.
  • make connections between their own lives and how leaders are commemorated in the United States
  • strengthen communication, creativity, and collaboration skills on the topics of leadership and public service
Two photos: Statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting (Lincoln Memorial). The Washington Monument with the reflecting pool in front.
 
Presidents_Day_Celebrate_Lesson_Plan_8.pdf
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