Biden Steps Down & Harris Steps Up

That's News to Me

Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about US President Joe Biden's decision to end his re-election bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the Democratic candidate. This lesson includes photos and an article as well as comprehension and discussion questions and a speaking task.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
US election

Vocabulary

inevitable
endorse
reluctance
wobbly
candidacy
favorably
articulate
default
decisive
dynamic
boast
mettle
A spinning paper plane