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Government scripts
Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater
Learning about a major landmark Supreme Court case has never been more engaging! The Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater is a perfect addition to the Civics curriculum in middle school or high school.Included in this resource:1. 3 page script for 5-6 students (estimated time: 4-6 minutes)2. 5 discussion promptsPlease take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A section of my store! Happy Teaching!
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Jefferson and Madison Era Complete Unit Bundle
American Revolution Reader's Theater
This resource is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for the American Revolution! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. The acts are as follows: Act I: The Boston Tea PartyAct II: The Battle at Lexington and ConcordAct III: The Second Continental CongressAct IV: Washington Crossing the Delaware Act V: Drafting the Treaty of ParisEach act includes discussion questions. There is a quiz for studen
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: American Revolution Unit Bundle!
Reader's Theater: Branches of Government (intermediate grades)
Students will bring the 3 branches of our government to life in this whole class script of We the People! The fast moving script reviews the roles and responsibilities of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches in a fun, relaxed way! This original play contains 24 parts featuring various reading levels to ensure whole class participation, differentiation, and engagement. Students will integrate important Social Studies concepts with key LA common core standards such as fluency and ex
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: America Becomes a Nation: Reader's Theater Bundle for 4th Grade
Mock Trial: People vs. Woodstock
I searched and searched for a good Mock Trial to use with my govt. students. After not finding what I wanted, I created my own.This document contains everything you need. It includes all witness statements, handouts, info on presenting the different aspects of the trial.The project takes about a week of class time.
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9th - 12th
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Roaring 20's/ Great Depression Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater for the Roaring 20's/ Great Depression! This in-depth, historically-accurate resource is great for teaching students about life in America during the the 1920's and 1930's. Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills.The acts are as follows:Act I: "Buy Now, Pay Later" (Consumer Economy)Act II: The
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Complete American History Reader's Theater Bundle
Patriotic Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students
This patriotic performance is full of US facts and history! This performance package can be used to create a great culminating event for your Social Studies History and Government unit, or for a Patriotic Holiday show! Perfect for a Veterans Day or Presidents Day music program.Performance is so memorable for children! When you can connect a performance to academic content as this one does... they will remember it forever.This script is simple and versatile. It can be used year after year in diff
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K - 5th, Not Grade Specific
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Bundle of 4 Canadian Government Plays or Readers' Theatre
This Bundle of 4 Canadian Government Plays or Readers’ Theatre can serve as an introduction to our system of Canadian government. Or, if you teach in Ontario, it can serve as a quick overview of our political system before plunging into the new grade 5 Social Studies’ Inquiry-based research expectations. If you buy it in the BUNDLE, you will save 15%! The plays or readers' theatre can be used in different ways: 1. All the students can be divided into groups of 6 (or 5) and read through and d
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5th - 8th
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LE GOUVERNEMENT FÉDÉRAL DU CANADA - THÉÂTRE DES LECTEURS
This French version—LE GOUVERNEMENT FÉDÉRAL DU CANADA - THÉÂTRE DES LECTEURS can serve as an introduction to our system of Federal government. Or, if you teach in Ontario, it can serve as a quick over-view of our political system before plunging into the new grade 5 Social Studies’ Inquiry-based research expectations. This 6 character skit explores the 3 levels of government and their leaders, the 3 branches of government, various services, laws, the role of pages, governor generals, ministers
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5th - 8th
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Reader's Theater: Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities
Bring the rights and responsibilities of US Citizenship to life with this 18 character script Reader’s Theater! By weaving a story around strong, accurate facts, students will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be a productive citizen of our country in an engaging and connected way! This original play contains 18 parts featuring 3 reading levels to ensure whole class participation, fluency development, and differentiation. Students will integrate important Social Studies concepts wi
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Westward Expansion in America: Reader's Theater Bundle for 4th Grade
Branches of Government - Readers' Theater
These two-part scripts outline the duties of the three branches of government. Students will learn how this system of checks and balances works for our government. Included with each script are task cards and activities that require students to use higher-level thinking skills that meet Common Core Standards.
Check out my historical line of readers' scripts: Boston Tea Party, Lewis and Clark Expedition, Civil War, and Oregon Trail. In order to open the links below, highlight the link, rig
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4th - 8th
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Tinker v Des Moines Reader's Theater
Learning about a major landmark Supreme Court case has never been more engaging! The Tinker v Des Moines Reader's Theater is a perfect addition to the Civics curriculum in middle school or high school.
Included in this resource:
1. 3 page script for 6-7 students (estimated time: 4-6 minutes)
2. 5 discussion prompts
Please take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A section of my store!
Happy
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7th - 10th
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Three Branches of Government Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for the three branches of government in the United States of America! This in-depth, historically-accurate resource includes information about the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government, as well as checks and balances. Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills.The act
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Three Branches of Government Activity Bundle
Types of Government Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for types of government! This in-depth, historically-accurate resource includes information about theocracies, dictatorships, monarchies, and democracies! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills.The acts are as follows: Act I: Divine Leaders (Theocracies in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Ch
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Government Reader's Theater Bundle!
BUNDLE OF 4 CANADIAN GOVERNMENT PLAYS OR READERS' THEATRE EN FRANÇAIS
This Bundle of 4 Canadian Government Plays or Readers’ Theatre EN FRANÇAIS can serve as an introduction to our system of Canadian government. Or, if you teach in Ontario, it can serve as a quick overview of our political system before plunging into the new grade 5 Social Studies’ Inquiry-based research expectations. If you buy it in the BUNDLE, you will save 15%!The plays or readers' theatre can be used in different ways: 1. All the students can be divided into groups of 6 (or 5) and read throug
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5th - 8th
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Story of the U.S. Constitution - Readers' Theater Script for Constitution Day
September 17 is Constitution Day. Principals and administrators love that this readers' theater script for fifth grade and above can help fulfill your requirement to hold an educational program about the U.S. Constitution and engage students in reading at the same time. Readers theater motivates and engages readers. Used for fluency instruction, it is a proven research-based reading strategy (best practices) that provides a context for authentic reading and re-reading. The script has 19 speakin
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: Bundle: Readers' Theater for Older Students (Grades 4-8)
Early American History Reader's Theater Bundle
This resource contains five complete Reader's Theater activities for middle grade students for American History! The plays in this product cover the Age of Discovery/ Exploration, the American Revolution, The Founding Fathers, A New Nation, The War of 1812, and Industry and Inventors! Each play is a 5-Act, 25-role Reader's Theater script. Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource is a grea
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4th - 7th
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Government Reader's Theater Bundle!
This resource includes four complete Reader's Theater activities for middle grade students studying government! The plays in this product include Types of Government, the Three Branches of Government, Constitution Day, and Rights and Responsibilities!Each play is a 5-Act, 25-role Reader's Theater script. Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for middle grade students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource is a great review activity and assessment st
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4th - 7th
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United States History Tariff of Abominations Simulation
This simulation helps students understand why the South hated Protective Tariffs. The simulation involves allowing two sellers to sell either candy or a homework pass. One group sells for double the price since it must charge a tariff. One group of students is "set up" to have to buy the more expensive product. Included with the simulation is a short play to further the student's understanding. Thanks for your interest.
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8th - 10th
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Texas Pledge Reader's Theater and Posters
Help students understand the Pledge to the Texas Flag with posters, a reader's theater script, a matching activity, and a short assessment. Students can also design their own Texas Pledge poster. A great way to integrate language arts and social studies!Check out the preview for a closer look at all that's included.The following items are included:• The Texas Pledge Reader's Theater with 9 speaking parts (2 pages)• Pledge to the Texas Flag poster, in color (1 page)• Pledge to the Texas Flag colo
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4th
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Types of Government (Terms) of Canada Play or Readers' Theatre
This Types of Government (Terms) of Canada Play or Readers’ Theatre: can serve as an introduction to our system of Canadian government. Or, if you teach in Ontario, it can serve as a quick overview of our political system before plunging into the new grade 5 Social Studies’ Inquiry-based research expectations. This 6 character skit explores types and terms of government, especially Canada’s. The props are easily accessible and the humour will appeal to the students. When I tested t
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5th - 8th
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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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Unit 1 Government and Civics (Purpose of Government & Gov. Systems)
This resource equips educators with a variety of tools to introduce key concepts such as the purpose of government, social contract, natural rights, the "common good," governmental systems, and the foundational principles of American government.What's Included:1. Detailed Lesson Plan:The lesson plan guides you through each step of the lesson.2. 35-Slide Google Presentation (recently updated):Google slide presentation provides an in-depth overview of the purpose of government, different forms of
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8th - 10th
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Cold War Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater for the Cold War! This in-depth, historically-accurate resource is great for teaching students about the Cold War, including causes, effects, and important events.Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills.The acts are as follows:Act I: Containing Communism (Marshall Plan/ Berlin Airlift)Act II:
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Complete American History Reader's Theater Bundle
LE GOUVERNEMENT PROVINCIAL ET TERRITORIAL DU CANADA - THÉÂTRE DES LECTEURS
This French version—LE GOUVERNEMENT FÉDÉRAL DU CANADA - THÉÂTRE DES LECTEURS can serve as an INTRODUCTION to our system of Provincial and Territorial government. Or, if you teach in Ontario, it can serve as a quick over-view of our political system before plunging into the new grade 5 Social Studies’ Inquiry-based research expectations.
This 6 character skit explores the Provincial and Territorial level of government and their leaders, various services, laws, the role of pages, the lieutenant
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5th - 8th
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