James Madison
Information About This Unit
Description of Learning Unit:
In this unit you learn that James Madison was the fourth president of the United States of America and is considered one of the Founding Fathers of our nation. You will learn about many events that took place while Madison served our country. Get ready to design and create a poster highlighting Madison, write a short profile about him, create a time line and more. Videos, online games and references will help you master your understanding about James Madison. This unit is designed to last one week, depending on how often you teach history.
List of Objectives:
- Learn about the fourth president of the United States, James Madison.
- Learn about important events that took place while Madison was president.
- Learn why Madison is called the "Father of the Constitution."
- Learn about the War of 1812.
- Learn what James Madison's wife did that was so important to the history of our country.
List of Materials and Supplies Needed for This Pathway:
- Red, white, and blue tissue paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Brown, white, and green construction paper
- A ruler
- A pencil
- Tablet writing paper
- A pencil
- Poster board
- Markers, crayons, pencil
- Glue
- Scissors (plain scissors and decorative edge scissors)
- Crayons
- Construction paper
- Clip art found in the "Learning Tools" section on the Pathway
- Various embellishments such as yarn, fabric, glitter, scrap booking supplies, etc., for decorating your poster
- Paper
- Pencil
- Package of index cards (4X6)
- Glue
- Scissors
- Rubber band or zip lock bag
- Madison Time Line found in the "Reference," section on the Pathway
- Clip art found in the "Learning Tools," section on the Pathway
Printables and Worksheets:
- A printer and basic printing supplies
Links to Related Pathways (if any):
Links to Free Learning Material
Links to Online Lessons:
| Who was James Madison | (no rating) |
James Madison was a very important man in U.S.history. Read about him in this lesson.
| The Chronology of James Madison | (no rating) |
This lesson discusses war problems during Madison's time in office and the effects it had on the nation. In addition, a time line of events between 1810 and 1816 is provided.
| Father of the Constitution | (no rating) |
This lesson explains why Madison was called the "Father of the Constitution."
| The War of 1812 | (no rating) |
You will learn about the war of 1812, which took place when Madison was president.
| Hello Dolley | (no rating) |
You will learn about James Madison's bubbly and heroic wife, Dolley and what she did that was so important for the people of our country.
Reference Websites:
| The James Madison Museum | (no rating) |
You will find great information about James Madison and be able to view Madisonian artifacts.
| Madison The Fourth President | (no rating) |
This site is full of facts, information and interesting trivia about James Madison.
| James Madison Quotes | (no rating) |
Read famous quotes by James Madison.
| Madison Time Line Reference | (no rating) |
This time line spans the life and events of James Madison from birth to death.
Hands-On Projects and Activities:
| All American Tree Craft | (no rating) |
You will make a red, white and blue tissue paper tree.
| Profile of James Madison | (no rating) |
You will create a profile about James Madison.
| Highlights of James Madison | (no rating) |
Design and create a poster illustrating James Madison, highlighting key facts and information.
| James Madison Time Line | (no rating) |
You will create a time line about the life of James Madison.
Learning Tools (worksheets, drills, printables, online games, tests, etc.):
| James and Dolley Madison | (no rating) |
Learn more about James Madison and his bubbly and brave wife, Dolley, in this very fun, interactive lesson. Be sure to find out what Dolley did for the history of the United States.
| Portrait of James Madison | (no rating) |
You can color this picture of Madison at the White House online, or print and color offline.
| Searching for James Madison | (no rating) |
Have fun with this interactive word search about Madison.
| Jigsaw Time | (no rating) |
This is an online jigsaw puzzle of the Constitution of the United States. See if you can put it back together.
| James Madison Clip Art 1 | (no rating) |
Use this James Madison clip art for hands-on activities.
| James Madison Clip Art 2 | (no rating) |
Use this clip art for scrap booking or lapbooking about James Madison.
| James Madison Clip Art 3 | (no rating) |
More great clip art for you to use.
| Dolley Madison Clip Art | (no rating) |
Dolley was very important to James Madison and the history of our country.
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Free Online Video:
| Visit the Home of James Madison | (no rating) |
Take a video tour of the home of James Madison, currently undergoing restoration.
| James Madison Video | (no rating) |
Learn some interesting facts about President Madison.
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Free Online Audio:
| Bill of Rights | (no rating) |
Listen to an audio of the Bill of Rights, written by James Madison.
Free E-Books (and classics available in most libraries):