Episode 10 of 15 · Guess or Mess
Zachary Taylor
Grades 3rd–5th
Government · History · Captions
About This Video
Why is Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States, an important historical figure? In this game show, elementary kids answer questions about “Old Rough and Ready,” a military hero who opposed the expansion of slavery into new territories, while trying to avoid getting gross and messy. Get ready for a fun twist on an important history lesson.
Standards Met in Ohio
- SS.4.5.lp.bGrades 4thUnderstand that there is a process for territories to become states.
- SS.7.9cGrades 7thIdentify examples of slavery.