Educational Programs
Our new "Educational Menu" offers programs for elementary, middle and high school students as well as college level and adult learners. Each selection in the menu is specifically designed to meet the educational needs of the students and the curriculum concerns of the teacher. The modules focus on developing analytical and critical thinking skills while imparting information and understanding about the life and times of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. In addition to participating in one of our Educational Modules, your visit could include the following activities: a visit to the President's Home*, a tour of the Presidential Library and Museum, viewing a short film or video. We request that all school groups make a reservation prior to their arrival. Please call our Education office for assistance in scheduling your visit at (845) 486-7751 or e-mail us at roosevelt.education@nara.gov .
* Tours of the Roosevelt Home must be booked separately by calling National Park Service reservations at (800) 967-2283.
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GRADES
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PROGRAM TITLE
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DESCRIPTIONS
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3 - 12
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History Hunt
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Students search the Museum to answer
important questions about the achievements of Franklin and Eleanor
Roosevelt. With three versions designed for students in grades 3-5, 6-8,
and 9-12, the History Hunt is a great way for groups with time constraints
to make the most of their visit to the Library and Museum.
30 minutes** |
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2nd - 3rd
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Franklin D. Roosevelt: Fala's Famous Friend
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Students are introduced to Franklin
Roosevelt by his faithful canine companion, Fala. Through the reading of
FDR's Life Storybook and an activity packet, Fala highlights the major
challenges and accomplishments in the life of his famous friend, President
Franklin D. Roosevelt.
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4th - 6th
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Rendezvous with History
Pretend You Are the President |
Through interactive scenarios students
come face to face with first person interpreters who portray such historic
figures as "Rosie the Riveter," FDR's architect, and others.
Students learn by actively engaging the issues in a simulated historic
context.
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7th - 9th
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FDR and the Great Depression
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Students learn to consider document-based
questions and explore the accomplishments of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt
through directed research and the presentation of historic documents,
newsreels and artifacts.
60-90 minutes** |
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10th - 12th & College Level |
Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt Issues Forum:
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Students participate in the selection and
examination of specific issues and topics relating to the Roosevelt Era.
Students experience hands-on, primary source research by investigating and
evaluating traditional "hot button" topics. By working in small
groups students will learn to formulate, challenge and defend conclusions
drawn from their review of historic primary source documents and
photographs.
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Teacher Workshops
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The FDR Library and Museum: A Resource for
Programs and Primary Sources
Working with Primary Sources Developing Document-Based Questions |
Teachers can sharpen their skills by attending one of our half day, full day, or week-long workshops and seminars. In-service credit may be arranged. Customized programs, tours, and lectures can be provided on a wide variety of topics and subjects. |
** All programs can include a visit to the Roosevelt Home and the Presidential Museum. Please call our Education office for assistance in scheduling your visit at (845) 486-7751 or e-mail us at roosevelt.education@nara.gov