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12th grade government Common Core RI.9-10.4 resources
Create Your Own Constitution - Project - 2 Day Lesson Plan, CCSS
This is a set of materials in which students come up with their own constitutions for creating their own government! The imaginary scenario is that society has gone through a major upheaval and has decided to entrust these groups of students to represent them in forming a constitution. The criteria covers key concepts that align with the principles of the U.S. Constitution. The end result is a project in which groups of students draft and read their own “ratified” constitutions for the class. St
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: U.S. Constitution UNIT PLAN BUNDLE - 4 Weeks - Includes Pacing Guide
Executive Command Game Reflection | Used with iCivics | Executive Branch Game
What does the President do during a day, week or even a month in office? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to learn and comprehend all the "hats" or roles that the President plays during his time in office. From talking to congress, vetoing bills, visiting various departments, and traveling to foreign countries, students will take the role of President and do their best to become a successful President of the United States.This worksheet is an excellent written companion t
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5th - 12th
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CONSTITUTION SCAVENGER HUNT: Google Drive | Google Forms | Google Classroom
To better understand the basic information within the U.S. Constitution, students will browse through this primary source document and find the main ideas regarding the 7 Articles and 27 Amendments. Included are 17 questions about the articles and 27 questions about the amendments. All questions (except for one) will be answered with a number. This is a great way to introduce, study, or review the United States Constitution for your civics unit or for a Constitution Day activity. You may even
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5th - 12th
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Washington DC: Create a Field Trip Project Activity to the Nation's Capital City
OverviewCan't take your class to Washington DC? This lesson is the solution to getting your students to our Nation's Capital without spending a dime. As tour guides, students will study various memorials, buildings, and attractions to research and present to the class in the form of a presentation. These various "tours" will bring the entire class around to the major attractions of Washington DC. This student-led, virtual class field trip will help your students learn about the major sites o
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5th - 12th
AP® US Government Unit 2.6 - Expansion of Presidential Power
Unit 2.6 of the AP® curriculum focuses on how the power of American presidents has evolved and expanded through the Republic's history.This eight-question short answer worksheet begins with an analysis of Federalist 70, Alexander Hamilton's defense of a strong executive branch, and proceeds to trace the evolution of presidential power since those words were written. Why did Hamilton believe his executive plan would be "safer?" What was the War Powers Act? Special attention is devoted to the imp
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
U.S. Constitution UNIT PLAN BUNDLE - 4 Weeks - Includes Pacing Guide
This unit bundle includes a variety of our engaging, best-selling resources for teaching through the Constitution of the United States, both its content as a document and its history within the early formation of the republic. These hands-on activities can engage your students throughout the span of your teaching unit. The products include worksheets, projects, primary source materials, and video guides. There is also a bonus Curriculum Pacing Guide with a suggested sequence for how you can sche
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8th - 12th
AP® US Government Unit 2.4 - Roles & Powers of the President
Unit 2.4 of the AP® curriculum focuses on executive power in the United States system of government, and how Presidents use these powers to accomplish policy goals.This six-question short answer worksheet seeks to identify the various types of executive, diplomatic and judicial powers granted to US Presidents in the Constitution, while also defining the practical implications of these powers, and their limitations. Additionally, special attention is given to an analysis of how presidential acti
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Love Letter to a US Amendment: Government Civics Valentine's Writing Activity
This fun Valentine's Day writing activity allows students to show their creative or funny side without getting behind in content. This writing activity requires students to use historical claims to write a love letter to their favorite amendment. Suitable for Civics, US Government, or Comparative Government.IncludesScaffolded instruction page and resource websitesThree Differentiated pages: one scaffolded for ELL/IEP/504 with checklist rubric, one with lines and checklist rubric, and one with a
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Federalist Papers - 5 Day Unit - Text Analysis, CCSS
This is a 5-day unit in which students analyze key text excerpts from The Federalist Papers. This text analysis is great for a study in American literature for ELA, but can also be useful in a history classroom. Students will: Delve into the context of the authors' purpose, read from 4 key Federalist Paper texts (included), engage with the vocabulary, collaborate to answer text-dependent questions, infer reasoning from the content, and complete a writing assignment in which they write their own
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8th - 12th
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AP®US Government Unit 2.1 - The Senate and House of Representatives
Unit 2.1 of the AP® curriculum focuses on the structures and functions of Congress in the American political system. This two-part worksheet helps students understand the different compositions , powers, and day-to-day operations of both the House of Representatives and Senate. Part I is a 14-question matching exercise that introduces students to the basics of Congress, such as term lengths for each house, minimum requirements of members, and vocabulary such as "gerrymandering" and "franking pr
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Intro to U.N. Sustainable Development Goals Research Template
The United Nations (U.N.) Sustainable Development Goals Research Project is a guided research template. Students will perform their own research using a technological device such as a tablet, cellphone, or laptop (Not included in the download :-p). Students can type in the vocabulary and questions into a google search and easily find the answers. The template does allow students to go more in depth on the goals they are most passionate about. Students are also asked to research careers that woul
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8th - 12th
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HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-4
Economics Vocabulary Activity Game - Instagram (Editable Insta-game)
This editable, interactive, Instagram activity is based on Fundamental Economics vocabulary. Students view clever Instagram hashtags that give clues to things related to Economics. They make inferences in order to determine what the post is about. Next, they find evidence in their books, notes, device, etc. to justify their answer. This is great for pairs, small groups, or individuals. It can utilize the entire room, allowing students to move around a lot, or, it can be seat work. Your cho
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8th - 12th
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US Constitution Teacher Resource Guide - 40+ Lesson Plans!
U.S. Constitution Teacher resource guide! In this lengthy resource guide, you will find:40+ Lesson Plans, Multi-Lesson Units, and Resources to support instruction related to the U.S. Constitution, Civil Rights, Voting, and other important topics!Lesson plans and Resources specifically tailored for US History, Government, Civics, English, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts Grade 6-12 classroomsEach resource has a link to the materials, suggested grade level(s), brief overview, related topics/concep
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6th - 12th
FREEBIE! Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt
Bill of Rights Scavenger HuntLooking for a unique way to have your Middle or High school students get moving in your classroom with their government curriculum? Trying to incorporate more self-checking resources in your classroom? Searching for low to no prep activities that allow you to save on prep time, and then grade quickly? This Bill of Rights scavenger hunt is what you have been looking for! This resource allows students to recall the first ten constitutional amendments and identify each
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Constitutional Amendments & Bill of Rights Lesson & Activities Bundle
Citizenship & Immigration in the U.S.
For more than a century, the United States has ranked among the most-desired destinations for immigrants, refugees, students and tourists alike. However, only a small fraction of those seeking to enter the U.S. are actually admitted.This seven-question short answer worksheet examines how the United States government manages its borders, regulates tourist inflows and determines the criteria for American citizenship. Included is a thorough discussion of related issues, such as international adopti
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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George Washington's Letter on the U.S. Constitution - Primary Source Worksheet
This worksheet is based on an excerpt from George Washington's letter dated September 17, 1787, regarding the U.S. Constitution. Students are provided with a series of short-answer questions and vocabulary words from the text.This worksheet engages students in understanding the historical context, vocabulary, and key ideas presented in George Washington's letter regarding the U.S. Constitution.Perfect activity for both language arts, social studies classes, and also for Constitution Day! Printab
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Foreign Aid and Australia's Moral Obligation - Newspaper / Journal Articles
This 4 page document (can be printed as an A3 foldable booklet) has a number of articles and viewpoints on Australia's Foreign Aid policies and commitments and works well as source material to answer the question "Does Australia have a moral obligation to provide foreign aid?"Works well as a single lesson exercise for Year 10 Civics and Citizenship in comprehension and literary comparison developing an essay.
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10th - 12th
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Race & Racism in America - How did We Get Here? (Mini-Curriculum)
"How did We Get Here" is a mini-curriculum devoted to investigating the roots of institutionalized racism in the modern United States. "The Enduring Catastrophe of Reconstruction" is the series' 1800-word first installment, which begins with the Civil War's end in 1865. What were the "Civil War Amendments" and "Radical Reconstruction?" When did the last Union Army troops withdraw from the South? Why was Andrew Johnson impeached? What was the Jim Crow Era? This 17-page learning packet seeks to p
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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AP®US Government Unit 1.5 - Ratification of the Constitution (Short Answer, T/F)
Unit 1.5 of the AP® curriculum emphasizes compromise & negotiation - both the compromises necessary to ratify the United States's constitution, as well as the ongoing role that negotiation and dialogue continue to play in its government.This worksheet consists of two sections, each designed to challenge and improve your students' understanding of the Constitutional Convention: Section 1 contains two short answer/identification questions about the role(s) played by the convention's main perso
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Congressman & Activist John Robert Lewis No Prep WebQuest (Distance Learning)
Most students have heard the dream that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shared August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. But on program that day was another man, a younger man, who warned America that “We do not want our freedom gradually, but we want to be free now.” This WebQuest introduces students to that young man, John Robert Lewis. Students will conduct a self-directed exploration of Lewis’ life of sacrifice on the battlegrounds of the Civil Rights movement. So have your students
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Declaration of Independence Activities, Discussions, & Assignments
This activity analyzes the Declaration of Independence for content and structure, and it also analyzes how other documents that preceded it may have inspired the Declaration of Independence. What SPECIFICALLY You'll Find in this Product: Introduction ActivityDeclaration Analyzation Activity (2 Options Included)With Extension Activity OptionDeclaration AssignmentStudents will create their own Declaration. Students will analyze previously made historical documents and determine their impact and an
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7th - 12th
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AP® US Government Unit 3.3 - First Amendment: Freedom of Speech
Unit 3.3 of the AP® curriculum devotes itself to Freedom of Speech, and how the protections guaranteed by the First Amendment have evolved over time.This nine-question short answer worksheet devotes itself to the many issues and controversies surrounding free expression in the United States. When does protected seditious speech become treasonous? What is the definition of obscenity? Are racism and hate speech protected by the Constitution? Included in this activity is a survey of speech-related
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Exploring Different Waves of Immigration to the US: Unit Plan & Activities
"The American Mosaic: Exploring Different Waves of Immigration to the US"Includes:Unit Plan with resources and instructional activitiesIs immigration a benefit to the United States?: Structured Academic Controversy (SAC) Framework/Organizer and Links to Resources in English and SpanishCreated (and shared with permission) by @msbessler (on Twitter).
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8th - 12th
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Joe Biden "Russia's Attack" Multiple Choice Close Reading & Analysis Quiz
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts. Students will love reading about current events,In this activity, students will...1. Evaluate Joe Biden's argument by reading the speech2. Comprehend & Analyze Joe Biden's speech by reading closely3. Answer text-dependent multi
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6th - 12th
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