Thomas Jefferson

Worksheet Description

A long time ago, there was a president named Thomas Jefferson. He was the third president of the United States. When you think about big buildings, cool inventions, and new places to explore, Jefferson had a hand in all of those! Let’s learn about this amazing president and his many accomplishments.

One of the first things to know about Jefferson is that he was a great writer. He had the important job of writing the Declaration of Independence. This special paper told everyone that America wanted to be its own country, separate from England. The words “All men are created equal” come from this document, and it’s a big idea that our country still believes in today.

Jefferson also loved books and learning. He had so many books that he gave them to the nation, and they became the start of the Library of Congress. Now, the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., is one of the largest libraries in the whole world! So, the next time you enjoy a good book, think of Jefferson and his love for reading.

Do you like exploring new places? Jefferson did too! He organized the Lewis and Clark Expedition. This was a big journey where explorers named Lewis and Clark traveled across the country to see what was in the western part of America. Because of this trip, we learned about new animals, plants, and the beautiful land that became part of the United States.