Learning Through George Washington: A Guide for Educators, Students, and Citizens (From Pamphlets to Podcasts: an Institute for Thomas Paine Studies Series)

A handbook for teaching Washington's legacy, the American founding era, and responsible engagement in contemporary civic lifeCrafted by a diverse group of expert historians, museum professionals, and K-12 teachers, Learning Through George Washington is an engaging, multifaceted exploration of how to teach and learn about the American Revolutionary era.For more than twenty-five years, these educators have gathered at Mount Vernon to participate in dynamic dialogues about Washington's life, eighteenth-century America, and the challenges of teaching this complex history to everyone from the curious public to advanced college students.The essays, each shaped by personal expertise, tackle subjects ranging from interpreting primary sources to discussing controversial topics, such as American slavery and Native dispossession, with accuracy and respect.By emphasizing primary source-based inquiry, material culture, and effective pedagogical methods, this collection invites readers to explore Wa