Progressive Presidents, Woodrow Wilson, Teddy Roosevelt, William H. Taft

Why did the Progressive Presidents believe it was important to use the power of the federal government to bring about social and economic reforms in the United States? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the progressive presidents. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.

Included in this resource:

Do Now - Progressive Presidents political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions
Progressive Presidents reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions
Progressive Presidents quote analysis with scaffolding questions
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the reforms implemented by the Progressive Presidents affect the lives of everyday Americans during the early 20th century?
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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