Inauguration Day Activities for the Middle School Classroom

Are you searching for creative ways to help your middle school students learn about Inauguration Day? We're excited to share a few print-and-go activities that will make lesson planning easy. 

Roll-a-Story Creative Writing Worksheet

Get your students in the Inauguration Day spirit with this Roll-a-Story Creative Writing Worksheet. This fun and engaging activity encourages students to use their creativity and imagination as they roll a die to determine the key elements of their story, including the character(s), time, place, and problem. It's a great way to help students develop their narrative writing skills and spark their love for storytelling. 

Inaugural Address Reflection Worksheet 

Help your students process the Inaugural Address with this reflection worksheet. This printable template contains writing prompts for students to consider after listening to the Inaugural Address. Students will analyze elements of the speech, such as the introduction, main points, presentation style, evidence, conclusion, and more. 

Inaugural Luncheon Menu Planning Project

Your students will have fun imagining the menu they might serve at the Inaugural Luncheon if they were elected President with this printable PDF template. Clear directions guide students through the process of writing about and illustrating a main dish, side dish, beverage, and dessert.

Oath of Office Reflection Questions 

Help students reflect on the Oath of Office on Inauguration Day with this printable reflection worksheet. These writing prompts will help students think critically about the commitments presidents make.

Inauguration Day Comic Art Project

Celebrate Inauguration Day by having your students create a comic about a key event, such as the procession to the Capitol, swearing-in ceremony, Inaugural address, honorary departure, luncheon, and more.

Inauguration Vocabulary Word Search Printable 

With this puzzle, students will be able to search for a range of vocabulary terms that are sure to get them in the inauguration spirit. Terms like "incumbent," "parade," and "solemnly" are just a few of the words that they'll be able to find.

Inauguration Day Speech Writing Project

Celebrate Inauguration Day with your students by having them imagine that they have been elected as President and must write an Inaugural Address. This print-and-go activity guides students through the steps of drafting an introduction, body paragraph, and conclusion. It also provides tips for addressing issues that matter to citizens and inspiring hope.

Oval Office Design Project - Art Printable 

Help your students celebrate Inauguration Day with this fun art project. Students will imagine that they have been elected U.S. President and must redesign the Oval Office.

This 8.5 x 11 in template provides clear instructions to guide students through the process of illustrating windows, doors, a desk, artwork, and other decor. Ready to print and go, this worksheet can be easily implemented into any social studies, civics, history, or art class.

Inauguration Day Scrapbook Project

Help your students visualize key events in Inauguration Day with this scrapbook art project. Students will illustrate and label scenes of important moments like the procession to the Capitol, swearing-in ceremony, Inaugural address, honorary departure, luncheon, and more.