Holiday Background
This holiday was originally created to honor this president’s birthday.
George Washington
He was the first President of the United States.
George Washington
President’s Day reminds us to honor the leaders who helped shape this country.
The United States of America
Many schools are closed on President’s Day because it is this type of holiday.
a federal holiday
The president is the leader of this branch of government.
the executive branch
President’s Day is celebrated on the third Monday in this month.
February
He helped end slavery and led the country during the Civil War.
Abraham Lincoln
We celebrate President’s Day to remember the important decisions presidents make for this.
the country or nation
Some towns hold these public events with floats and marching bands.
parades
A president can serve this many terms?
two
This president was also born in February and is often honored on President’s Day.
Abraham Lincoln
This president wrote the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Jefferson
This document outlines the job and powers of the president.
United States Constitution
Stores often advertise special sales during President’s Day weekend.
Holiday Sales
This building is where Congress meets.
the United States Capitol
President’s Day became a federal holiday in 1971 because of this law that moved holidays to Mondays.
Uniform Monday Holiday Act
This president appears on the $20 bill.
Andrew Jackson
Presidents must take this oath before beginning their job.
the Oath of Office
Students may honor presidents by writing essays or learning about their lives in this place.
School
The president works with this group of advisors called the Cabinet.
the Cabinet
Originally, this holiday was called this before it became known as President’s Day.
Washington's Birthday
This famous home in Washington, D.C. is where the president lives.
The White House
President’s Day helps teach citizens about this important responsibility of voting and participating in government.
citizenship
Communities may display this patriotic symbol to recognize the holiday.
the American Flag
This document must be approved by the president to become a law.
a bill