Learn about the Father of our Country, the president who saved the union, the printer who invented bifocals, the scientist responsible for peanut butter, and the preacher who had a dream, and more. This course will be offered FREE while the site is under development. Sign up now!
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Course Description
Take a dip into American History by studying five Famous Americans. Follow gently in the footsteps of Pocahontas. Learn about The Founding Fathers, George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Share the sorrows of Abraham Lincoln. See how Martin Luther King's dream for equality is coming true. With more to come! Learn them in time-line order, or just start with the one you like best. A parent or adult must enroll for a student age 13 and under, and must accompany the student whenever the student is online.
Course Lessons
First Lesson
This lesson is an overview of the Famous American available in the course.
Pocahontas Rolfe
Learn about this legendary American Woman who made the Virginia colony possible.
Benjamin Franklin
Get acquainted with this witty Founding Father.
George Washington
"First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen" - learn about the Father of Our Country.
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln held the Union together and freed the slaves. Get to know our 16th President.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the importance of this 20th century hero to all Americans.
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Certificate of Academic Excellence
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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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