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Middle school government literature circle activboard activities
Nothing But The Truth Novel Study Bundle (editable)
A Brief Breakdown of the NovelNothing But The Truth is a documentary novel about a high school student, Philip, and an incident that occurs in his English class taught by Miss Narwin, a veteran English teacher. What unfolds is a story about motives, perspectives, media bias, local politics, free speech, and, most significantly, how the truth can get lost in the shuffle. As someone who taught middle school government, modern world history, and English Language Arts, I think this novel is essentia
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6th - 9th
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Checks & Balances 3.1 Civics EOC Continued: Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Smartboard
Checks & Balances 3.1 Civics EOC Continued: Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, SmartboardThis lesson is an in-depth look at the Checks & Balances of the three branches of the United States Federal Government. Students will learn first why a system of checks and balances was put in place, and then they will look at most of the ways (checks) that the three branches stop each other from abusing their powers. Each check is explained and examples are given to reinforce comprehension. Checks and balance
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle II
The Constitution - Checks and Balances - Interactive Powerpoint and Worksheet
This lesson on checks and balances includes an interactive power point (8 slides total) as well as a student worksheet that helps to clearly explain the various checks and balances of the U.S. Government (CA Standard 8.2.7). What makes this power point unique is that it is specially designed with hidden links that make it a truly interactive power point and perfect for any smart board, however only a laptop and a digital projector are required. The power point consists of one title page, one hub
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Three Branches of Government Worksheet
Students circle the branch of government that is responsible for each duty listed.
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5th - 10th
United States Constitution Bill of Rights Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Engage your students with these interactive Google Slides/Pear Deck that cover the fundamentals of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. This resource includes a BrainPop video (log-in required!) about the Constitution and interactive writing and drawing prompts to help students master the content. Additionally, this lesson features 3 samples of "Do Now" questions and 2 samples of "Closing" tasks to connect the lesson to current events of 2020 or to prompt students to reflect on
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6th - 8th
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What Is Civics Introduction to Civic Engagement Pear Deck Google Slides
Introduce your students to Civics with these 10 thought-provoking questions! This slide deck can be used in whole-group instruction for maximum engagement, or in self-paced mode. A YouTube video explaining the importance of civics and civic engagement are also included. This lesson incorporates mixed-level questions to guide instruction and improve students' ELA skills, such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary and composing clear written responses.These slides are perfect for
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6th - 8th
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Bill of Rights Informational Social Studies Reading Passages & Worksheets
Bill of Rights Informational Social Studies Reading Passages & WorksheetsAnswer Key Included10 Amendments matching activity US HistoryUSA GovernmentUsage ideas:Social Studies LessonReading NonfictionPartner WorkGuided InstructionIndependent WorkEnrichmentReteachingHomeworkSubstitute FolderPreview for entire resource availableAdditional S.S. Resources:Three Branches of GovernmentChecks & BalancesThe Statue of LibertyThe Washington MonumentPresident's DayVeteran's DayDr. Martin Luther King
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3rd - 8th
Georgia Government Trivia-Levels, Branches, Duties, Leaders
Jeopardy review game on concepts of government taught in Georgia. Reviews branches, levels, Leaders, duties of each branch, etc. Provides multiple choice and true/false questions. Designed for third graders but will prove useful for many other grade levels as well.
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2nd - 6th
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Checks and Balances to Make a Law
In this fun activity, student explore the roles of each branch of government for creating a law. The students are separated into the three branches of government. Each branch is given a set of bills and directions for how their branch is to react to the bill. The activity starts by having the Legislative Branch choose one of the bills they would like to pass. Next, the Executive Branch determines if the bill is good for the country and then the Legislative Branch checks the Constitution. In addi
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4th - 9th
Democracy! by Philip Bunting - 7 Worksheets - Government
This resource is an eight page PDF document with activities to do based on the book Democracy! by Philip Bunting. This document contains seven worksheets for students.The activities allow the students to reflect on the story and extend their understanding of the themes within this text. There is a worksheet on Athenian democracy, a timeline task, a worksheet on the three levels of government in Australia, a brainstorming activity, a survey sheet, voting questions and a worksheet on other forms o
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4th - 7th
Watergate, Detente, Nixon & Ford Learning Stations
Have you and your students been bored of taking notes? Are you tired of showing a mundane powerpoint? Well, how about learning stations? Give students the ability to get up and walk around, read the text you want them to read, and build their understanding.This resource comes with learning stations that cover Nixon's Detente, Watergate Scandal, SALT talks, and Ford's crisis of stagflation and the OPEC oil embargo.It comes complete with comprehension questions for each station, as well as an answ
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8th - 12th
The U.S. Constitution - Google Bundle
This engaging Google Apps Bundle includes everything you need to teach your U.S. Constitution Unit, including vocabulary support, video multi-media, primary and secondary sources with analysis questions, writing outlines with rubrics, and self-guided instructions, and so much more....All in GOOGLE APPS format!!!The U.S. Constitution - Google Bundle includes:- The Preamble - Google Slides Student Activity- The U.S. Constitution Scavenger Hunt - Google Forms Student Activity- Separation of Powers
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ancient Chinese Philosophies Interactive Google Slides Pear Deck
Introduce your students to the fascinating world of ancient Chinese philosophies! This activity covers three significant ancient Chinese philosophies, Taoism/Daoism, Legalism, and Confucianism, and includes writing tasks where students will relate these philosophies to modern-day scenarios. Not only will your students learn about these philosophies, but they will also practice important ELA skills, such as identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, an
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China BUNDLE Pear Decks, Google Docs, and more!
1st Amendment Activity Bundle!
Dive deep into the fundamental principles of the First Amendment with our comprehensive educational bundle. From scenario analysis to a captivating web quest, this bundle is designed to enhance students' understanding of constitutional rights. Here's what each resource offers:1. First Amendment Scenarios: Immerse students in real-world situations where the First Amendment comes to life. Students will analyze diverse scenarios, identify the specific freedom at stake, and debate whether each actio
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6th - 12th
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Election Day for Midterm Elections Pear Deck Google Slides
Stress the importance of midterm elections and teach about how local and state-level elections work with these interactive slides! Students will learn about political parties and various issues people vote on, regardless of the type of election. This slide also introduces the concept of voting with a "This or That" game where students must pick ONE side with multiple things that interest them or they like. Can be used as a whole class lesson (recommended for discussion!) or in self-paced mode. S
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6th - 8th
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Number the Stars Bundle
Number the Stars is the reason I wanted to teach upper elementary. It is my absolute favorite book to share with readers. This bundle includes a variety of resources that can be used in small groups or whole class for comprehension and extension. Number the Stars Trifold: Trifolds allow students to all work on the same “work” or task, but at their level. As students progress with their reading group, I provide them with trifolds that go with novels at their reading levels. Included in the produc
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4th - 6th
Letter to Congress Alternate Assignment (Narrative)
This is an Alternate assignment to the classic letter to congress assignment. Works well in Social Studies or ELA or a hybrid class. This can be used for PBL units, Highly Capable Students, SPED Students, or as part of a choice board. This is a 5 paragraph narrative essay that uses an issue of the students choice to follow the path through Congress from a bill to a law.
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8th - 12th
Among the Hidden Bundle
Among the Hidden has become one of my favorite books to recommend students and teach to kiddos I tutor. This bundle includes a variety of resources that can be used in small groups or whole class for comprehension and extension. Among the Hidden Trifold: Trifolds allow students to all work on the same “work” or task, but at their level. As students progress with their reading group, I provide them with trifolds that go with novels at their reading levels. Included in the product is also a writin
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4th - 6th
8th SS STAAR Study Guide PPT #1 (with STAAR questions): Colonialism & Revolution
This Power Point is one of five ppts that go hand-in hand with my 8th SS STAAR Study Guide Packet. This Power Point contains eight pages of the Study Guide packet on a Power Point followed by 80 slides with previous STAAR test questions related specifically to the Colonial and Revolutionary Eras. Yes, you read that right, 80 slides! I scoured through the previous STAAR tests pulling nearly every question I could find that related to this specific period of American History and placed one ques
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8th
United States History Map Set; A History of Greatness Created by Ordinary People
Once downloaded, each of these maps from the set “United States History Map Set; A History of Greatness Created by Ordinary People” can be printed and copied for students, made into transparencies and projected onto screens, converted into images for Smart Boards, and so on.
These maps can act as visual cues that will help students form mental links for understanding and for remembering related historical concepts. They are excellent resources when used to supplement reading about the event. T
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5th - 11th
Camp Canberra by Krys Saclier - 13 Worksheets - Government / Landmarks
This resource is a 14 page PDF document with activities to do based on the book Camp Canberra by Krys Saclier and Cathy Wilcox. This document contains 13 worksheets for students.The activities allow the students to reflect on the story and extend their understanding of the themes within this text. There are three pages of comprehension questions and various other worksheets based on some of the places that the students visit on their trip to Canberra. This book is an excellent resource to use to
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3rd - 6th
Three Branches of Government Jeopardy Smartslides
A Smart Notebook game that can be used as a formative or summative assessment, or as a fun way to review for an end of unit assessment!
This game has 5 categories with 5 questions in each ranging from 100-500 points.
The categories are:
-The Executive Branch
-The Legislative Branch
-The Judicial Branch
-Which Branch?
-Mix-It-Up!
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2nd - 6th
6th Grade Social Studies Review Questions (Latin America)
Have you ever wanted to review your social studies curriculum with your students using worksheets AND PowerPoint presentations? Well, look no further! This product includes review questions over Latin America. The worksheets includes word banks for each side, and the PowerPoint presentations work well for any ActivBoard or SmartBoard that you may have. It's great for students to come to the board device to reveal the answers to the review questions. Content taken from the Georgia Performance Sta
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6th
Social Studies | Activity Board | Bitmoji | Middle School | Junior High | Elem
Dive into the News & Unleash Your Inner Social Studies Sleuth!Calling all elementary, middle and junior high school detectives! Are you curious about current events and eager to explore the inner workings of Canadian government? Step into this interactive adventure in social studies exploration.Forget boring textbooks and dusty lectures! This Google Slide document is your one-stop shop for dynamic learning:Click your way through a vibrant Bitmoji classroom: Explore different zones dedicated
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3rd - 8th
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