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Free high school civics resources
Three Branches of Government Graphic Organizer- FREE!!
This freebie features a brief introduction of the three branches of government- Legislative, Executive, and Judicial. The product includes a graphic organizer and an 8-slide power point that covers the roles, powers, terms, etc. of each branch/official. There are two graphic organizers- one that is open-ended and another that provides guided note.In addition, check out these other great U.S. Government resources, available in my store:1st Day of U.S. Government Class ActivitiesConstitutional or
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6th - 12th
Government - Civics - BILL OF RIGHTS - AMENDMENTS - CONSTITUTION -
Bill of RightsAmendments to the ConstitutionCivics & Government Lesson is on Google Docs and a PDFEffective and easy to implement. Can be utilized as a self-guided lesson, an instructional guided lesson, or used as an emergency lesson. The lesson and materials are easy to follow and comprehended. The information and key concepts have been simplified to enhance learning. Objectives: Students will be able to: • Explain why the Bill of Rights were added to the Constitution.• Define the Consti
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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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
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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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
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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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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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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FREE Current Events Worksheet
This generic one page current events handout works with any newspaper article and is a fun way for students to record what they learned. It's perfect for busy teachers who need a print-and-go worksheet for current events.*********************************************************************You might also like:Doodle Notes and Coloring PagesMore FreebiesNo Prep Emergency Sub Plans for any U.S. or World History ClassCurrent Events Project*************************************************************
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6th - 12th
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The Outsiders - Stereotypes Worksheet
A worksheet to compare through positive and negative stereotypes the difference between the greasers and the Socs in S.E. Hinton's young-adult novel, "The Outsiders".
Expanded topics to also include difference between wealth and poverty, and students are required to apply the concept of stereotypes to their own lives.
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6th - 9th
Three Branches of Government Trifold Handout
This is a simple handout that can be used to teach the basic functions of the three branches of government. It could also be paired with another sheet and transformed into a foldable.
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4th - 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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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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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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Government - Civics - FIRST AMENDMENT VOCABULARY - Constitution - Bill of Rights
1st Amendment VocabularyExcellent supplementary worksheets. Please take a look at some of my other learning materials. Thank YouFeedback is Greatly Appreciated.Michael K. PowellCIVIL COURTS, SMALL CLAIMS FIRST AMENDMENT - Bill of Rights LessonVOTER REGISTRATION AND VOTING LESSONCRIME - A RECORD and CONSEQUENCES LESSONEmployability Skills - Employment - WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION - Career Readiness
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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The Bill of Rights Interactive Notebook Page - Google Compatible
The Bill of Rights Interactive Notebook Page - Google CompatibleThis is a great resource to include in your unit about the Constitution or the Bill of Rights! In this activity, students will read the first ten amendments to the Constitution and then summarize each of the amendments in their own words. Using Google classroom to teach this resource? No problem! A link to the Google Slides version of this product is available for this product - just look at the Terms of Use page for the link.The r
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5th - 12th
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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Bill of Rights Bulletin Board Set
Bill of Rights Bulletin Board Set DescriptionThis no prep printable set is a great visual anchor for the 10 Bill of Rights.10 print, cut and paste posters. One for each of the first 10 Amendments.SS5CG1 The student will explain how a citizen’s rights are protected under the U.S. Constitution.This product goes perfectly with my Civics Scrapbook and Civics Powerpoint set!
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4th - 12th
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FREE Statue of Liberty Virtual Field Trip
Tour the Statue of Liberty for FREE with this Virtual Field Trip to the State of Liberty in New York City! Perfect for your social studies or history classes in Middle, High School, and Upper Elementary Grades! Students will explore this US attraction in 360 with a VR tour and complete lots of guiding activities! This PRINT and Go resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions an
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in: USA Virtual Field Trip Pack Discount Bundle
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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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
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