Washington's Farewell Address

by Don Rauf

Overview

As his second term as president drew to an end in 1796, George Washington bid the country farewell and offered his advice for its future. He did so in an address that was published in a Philadelphia newspaper. This volume introduces young readers to the key themes in the open letter and liberally cites the words of that primary document. It is a great way to introduce elementary-school students to the importance and challenges of going back to an original text. It also offers a window into an immensely influential period of American history and a highly revered figure.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781508104070
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2016
Series:	Let's Find Out! Primary Sources Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

A Farewell to a New Nation 4

A Country Built on Freedom 6

Setting Up a New Government 8

The First President 10

The First Cabinet 12

George Washington Says Good-bye 14

Keeping the United States United 16

The Danger of Political Parties 18

Morality Is the Country's Backbone 20

A Warning About Foreign Affairs 22

Always Follow the Constitution 24

Be Careful of Debt 26

The Lasting Power of His Farewell 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32