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Free high school civics activities
7 Principles of the Constitution One Pager Activity
Looking for a way to wrap up your 7 principles unit? Use this free 7 principles of the constitution one-pager activity. There are 2 versions of the one-pager in these resources 1. 7 principles one-pager 2. Individual principle one-pagerIn this resource, you will receive1. Instructions for one-pager 2. Templates to help students start Want to watch a tutorial? Check out my one-pager tutorial!Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Customer Ti
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: American Government and Civics Constitution Bundle
Civics and Government Pacing Guide, Scope and Sequence FREE, Civics Curriculum
Civics and Government MEGA BUNDLE Pacing Guide/ Scope and Sequence FREEThis free scope and sequence breaks down key topics for the entire year or by semester for teaching Civics and Government. See Resources Below: CIVICS MEGA BUNDLE Civics and Government Anchor Chart BundleCivics and Government Game Card BundleCivics and Government Word Wall BundleCivics and Government Timelines Bundle (Google and Print)Civics and Government Choice Boards Bundle (Google and Print)Civics and Government Picture P
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: US Symbols & Facts BUNDLE, Monuments, Songs, Oaths, Facts, Civics BUNDLE
Declaration of Independence Break Up Letter
Free break up letter text and how I use it to trick my class and engage them in the Declaration of Independence. A letter is found on the floor written by hand. The teacher reads it to the class without naming names. The next day it is revealed that this is actually a letter from the American Colonies sent to King George.OTHER FREEBIES* VOCABULARY GRAPHIC ORGANIZER* NO BS HISTORY CLASSROOM POSTERSCIVICS RESOURCES* CITIZEN GAME QUIZ/GAME* POLITICAL HERITAGE QUIZ/GAMECOOL CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
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5th - 12th
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Articles of Confederation Simulation
A great interactive simulation to demonstrate to government or US history students the failures of the Articles of Confederation. After the lesson students will have a clear understanding of why the US needed a stronger central government. Students will take on the role of one of the 13 original states and will participate in a session of Congress to see if they can solve the pressing challenges facing the new nation.
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8th - 12th
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Know Your Rights, Constitution Bill of Rights Activity
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This FREE product includes a Bill of Rights handout and a fun challenge activity that can be done individually, in pairs, or in a small group!
Students review the Bill of Rights then use the provided handout to examine real life scenarios based on the amendments. Students determine which right is being threatened and why.
Finally, students create their own scenarios based on the Bill of Rights and share t
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5th - 12th
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How to Analyze Political Cartoons - Civics Bell Ringer Activity
Easily weave political cartoons into your U.S. History or Civics/Government class with the effective POPES method. The best part is this kit works for both historical and current-day cartoons.Perfect for unit assignments or daily bell ringers! Comes in both printable PDF and digital for Google Slides.Greatness is being an active and critical constituent. Included in this FREEBIE Activity: Teacher overview with links to online historical and current-day cartoon databasesPOPES Political Cartoon A
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Civics and Government Inquiry Full Course Curriculum for High School
FREE Paul Revere Color by Number, Reading Passage and Text Marking
This Paul Revere Color by Number and Text Marking activity is the perfect way to bring life to the topic! Students read a non-fiction passage and search for answers while marking evidence from the text. Perfect reading comprehension activity.Topics include: Boston Tea Party, Sons of Liberty, Boston Massacre, Shot heard round the world, Lexington and Concord, Old North Church, “No taxation without representation”Students complete a “before reading” anticipation guide, read about Paul Revere, answ
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5th - 9th
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3 Branches of Government Activity - Checks and Balances Worksheet
Reframe the checks and balances of the three branches of government with this twist on the typical graphic organizer It's the perfect addition to your 3 Branches unit or discussion about checks and balances. This activity comes in both printable PDF and digital for Google Slides!If you like this, be sure to check out the full Three Branches PBL Unit this comes from.Greatness is being an active participant in ones' democracy. What if you up-ended the dated triangle diagram that's included in eve
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9th - 12th
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U.S. Constitution: A scavenger hunt
This activity allows students to learn about key sections of the U.S. Constitution by interacting with the document itself. Articles I, II, and III are explored as well as the amendments.
Also a great activity for Constitution Day!
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7th - 9th
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Civics Anchor Charts, Government Anchor Charts FREE, Government Posters, Google
Civics and Government Anchor Chart Sampler (Great as Bellringers, Word Walls, for ELL & ESS students, and Concept Boards), Government Review Pages, Government Posters and a Digital Activity for Google ClassroomCIVICS ANCHOR CHART BUNDLE Anchor charts are great for representing the topics covered with bright and clear visuals. They make excellent classroom posters and word walls. There is also a digital link for Google Classroom for matching words/phrases and images. They can be printed 2
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Civics and Government Anchor Chart BUNDLE (Civics & Government Bundle)
Life on Minimum Wage - Personal Finance Game for Students
The purpose of Life on Minimum Wage is for students to recognize how difficult it is to save money when your only job(s) pay minimum wage without benefits. To win at Life on Minimum Wage the students have to reach five financial goals that they select. To earn money the students have to complete the tasks of their assigned jobs. The students then have to pay required bills before using money for their selected financial goals. As the game progresses students will be issued "surprise" cards which
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5th - 10th
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The Bill of Rights FREEBIE Differentiated Task Cards U.S. Constitution
Your middle and high school students will be engaged with this activity as they think critically about the United States Amendments, Constitution, and Bill of Rights. These scaffolded cards have four different levels of DOK (depth of knowledge) questions to help differentiate content and support students of all levels of achievement. Filled-in and guided notes help make your lesson low-prep, printable, and easy-to-use.These task cards incorporate the Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy higher-order thinkin
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8th - 11th
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US Constitution Passage, Questions, and Word Search
This reading passage provides a brief explanation of the creation of the United States Constitution and its contents. Seven comprehension questions and a related word search are included, as well as answer keys.
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7th - 10th
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Ugly Christmas Sweater
I love to use this lesson on the last day of school before winter break! It allows my students to show what they learned in a fun and festive way! Enjoy!
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PreK - 12th
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Voting Rights Timeline Election Day Activity | Civics Activity Sub Plans
Challenge your students to test their incoming knowledge of America’s voting history with this collaborative activity prior to this year’s election or within your voter behavior unit. This resource comes in printable PDF and digital for Google Slides and is part of the larger Voting and Elections Unit.Greatness is appreciating the rights one has presently by examining the past. Included in this FREEBIE Activity: Teacher Overview Matching slips of years and groups of peopleLearning sheet to recor
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7th - 12th
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ColorCode Map & Table: Different Forms of Governments Around the World
I use these worksheets as a round-robin activity. Every student receives a worksheet with a table showing different government systems, locations around the world, definition of each system, pros/cons of each system...etc. All students also receive a world map to color code the government systems they learn about.Put desks into six groups in the classroom. Tape the handout of one government system per desk group. After 5 minutes of filling out the table worksheet from the designated governme
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6th - 9th
First Day Activity for Civics or Government
Challenge your students to access their incoming knowledge of very foundational concepts in your Civics or American Government class as well as their soft skills of creativity and collaboration. What is "government"? What about "democracy"? More meaningfully, what do they LOOK like?Greatness is holding a deep and thoughtful understanding of the everyday concepts often taken for granted. Included in this FREEBIE Activity: Teacher overview and lesson planConcept slips and drawing sheet for both “g
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Civics and Government Inquiry Full Course Curriculum for High School
Elections: Propaganda in Politics {Freebie!} Great for 2024 Presidential Race
This freebie allows you to easily incorporate a local, state, or national election into your class.It includes print and digital versions:- a handout of popular types of propaganda (2 pages; PDF, PowerPoint and Google Slides versions; not editable in PowerPoint, Slides, or Adobe Pro)- propaganda in commercials assignment which includes a tracking chart and follow-up questions (3 pages; PDF, PowerPoint and Google Slides versions; not editable in PowerPoint, Slides, or Adobe Pro)- propaganda in po
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6th - 12th
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Citizenship Word Search
Looking to add some rigor to your word search? Download this free citizenship word search puzzle to use in your classroom!This resource was made using the following standardSS.7.C.2.1 Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States citizen.Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website to sign up for free weekly newsletters and access to exclusive freebies!This resource aligns with the following stan
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Citizenship Resource Bundle
Declaration of Independence Scavenger Hunt SS.7.CG.1.6
Students will use a copy of the Declaration of Independence to answer 12 questions about the document. Each question goes in order.This activity is great to start off a unit of the Declaration of Independence or to get more in-depth in the meaning of the document. This document is editable (PowerPoint), includes a PDF, and a Google Slides version for Distance LearningSS.5.CG.1.1: Recognize that the Declaration of Independence affirms that every U.S. citizen has certain unalienable rights.SS.7.C
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: All Civics Content in My Store | Bundle & Save
Branches of Government Chart Activity on Jobs, Parts, Powers, & Selection
Teach the 3 branches of the federal government with this FREE worksheet! Students will demonstrate their understanding of the jobs, parts, powers, & selection processes of each branch using a simple chart. This PDF resource is perfect if you are looking for a quick way for students to organize information about the executive, judicial, and legislative branch. Looking for a lesson on the branches of government? Check out these resources: Branches of Government Worksheet: Chart & Graphic O
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Bill of Rights Sort Activity Civics EOC Review Stations Centers SS.7.CG.2.3
Bill of Rights Sort Activity SS.7.C.2.4Great for cooperative learning!I use these sort activities in my class almost daily as a quick assessment, fun competition between groups, or 1 on 1 with a struggling learner.Directions: Cut up the amendment and the characteristics of the amendments, scramble, and try to put them in the correct order. This is completely editable and you also can have students write their own characteristics in the blank spots. SS.5.CG.1.4: Describe the history, meaning and
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Civics Sort Activities Bundle of 11 Civics EOC Review Stations/Centers
FREE: SEL Character Education- Kindness Chain: Daily Quotes & Challenges
SPREAD KINDNESS & EXPAND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING THROUGH A MONTH OF DAILY CHALLENGES AND QUOTES TO REFLECT ON. Each day as you count down the month, read the daily quote and propose the daily challenge on the chain link. During the next day, reflect on daily challenges and introduce a new quote and challenge. A great way to count down a month and get students thinking about how to cooperate, collaborate, and be considerate in the UPPER GRADES without being corny or formulaic with characte
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4th - 12th
Types and Systems of Government Word Search
Looking to add some rigor to your word search?Download this free types and systems of government word search puzzle to use in your classroom!Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website to sign up for free weekly newsletters and access to exclusive freebies!This resource aligns with the following standardsSS.7.C.3.1 Types of government SS.7.C.3.2 Systems of Government***************************************************************
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5th - 12th
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