American Presidents: Life Portraits


A Site to Complement C-SPAN's 20th Anniversary Television Series, American Presidents: Life Portraits March-December 1999

American Presidents: Life Portraits Exhibit
4-8 Grade Student Activity

James Adams

Meet the 2nd president!
What activity did John Adams enjoy during his retirement? ________.

Look closer!
What is Abigail Adams pictured doing? Who else is there? What other activities kept John Adams and his family busy in the White House? Draw a picture of your own family at home, engaged in favorite past times or chores.

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