George

Learning resource collection, which includes an iconic portrait of George Washington, filled with symbols that tell a story about early America and its first leader. Explore the ways that the artist uses symbols in the portrait to tell about the subject’s life, personality, and achievements.

This activity originally appeared as a Smithsonian Quest digital badge opportunity.

Teachers and parents might also be interested in the Family Guide outlining guiding questions for this portrait: http://www.georgewashington.si.edu/kids/familyguide.html.