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Constitution Choice Board
UDL Choice Board: Exploring the US Constitution with Hamilton Dive into the fascinating world of the US Constitution alongside the captivating storyline of the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton! This comprehensive and editable UDL (Universal Design for Learning) Choice Board offers 12 dynamic activity options that cater to diverse learning styles and preferences, making it the perfect companion project for your classroom. Inspired by Hamilton:Let Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical set the
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8th - 12th
Impeachment Lesson: Trump and the January 6th Insurrection
Following the riot at the U.S. Capitol building on January 6th, 2021, Donald Trump was impeached for inciting an insurrection. The dramatic proceedings were carried out during the final days of his presidency and into the beginning of Joe Biden’s term in office.The students will use this event as a backdrop to learn about the Presidential Impeachment process in Congress. This lesson takes approximately 80-90 minutes. If splitting the lesson between two 45 minute class periods, then the first day
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9th - 12th
AP Comp. Govt. Briefings on Electoral Systems
This activity takes students through presidential and legislative electoral systems in all 6 AP course countries. It provides charts and graphs and detailed information for students to analyze and consider. This 14-page packet is very detailed and is a great review of concepts and systems. Again, it is mostly based on analyzing why these systems were set up in this way and why certain electoral results occurred as they did rather than simple information recall. It goes back to information from
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â Bundle: AP Comp. Govt. Unit 4
iCivics "Wanted a Just Right Government" Google Doc Note Sheet
This Google Document is a great digital assignment to assess knowledge gained from reading iCivic's "Wanted a Just Right Government."
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6th - 12th
Understanding and Exploring the Declaration of Independence
Broaden your students' understanding of this historical and important document. I do this activity with my students after we have had a chance to read the Declaration of Independence. I use this activity to close the unit and it gives students a chance to further explore this document and show the document's significance to history and culture. Students work independently and complete this as an in-class activity or for homework. They go through the slides, clicking on the links and videos and a
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Vietnam War Unit: Comparing Historian Quotes with Pentagon Paper Quotes
This unit includes an extensive, cited chronological chart (1944-1965) of quotes divided by historian views and those of the U.S. government (collectively known as the Pentagon Papers). It is intended as a ready reference of sources for juniors and seniors to identify the causes of the Vietnam War and to pinpoint not only events but the observations and conclusions of participants in them. A glossary of historical figures from the conflict and relevant vocabulary is provided along with a list of
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11th - 12th
Maynard Jackson and Andrew Young Interactive Lesson
This assignment is great to use for students that are just learning about the political leadership in Atlanta during the Late 20th Century. This can also be used as a review at the end of the year, or as an assessment. Works great as a digital assignment for homework, classwork, or both. The videos and links included in the document are all open resources and can be found via independent research as well. This assignment also includes focused reading comprehension strategies and interactive anno
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8th
United States: Unity and Sectionalism
Mainly focused on the Missouri Compromise. Includes: article, guided reading activity, primary source activity, quiz, and answer keys.
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6th - 8th
Ancient Rome: Part 7 - The Death Of Democracy: The Rise & Fall Of Julius Caesar
Ancient Rome: The Death of Democracy: The Rise & Fall of Julius CaesarLooking for an engaging way to teach Julius Caesar and the fall of the Roman Republic? This Google Slides learning resource is designed to be engaging and flexible for today’s complex class structure. Treat yourself and your students with this learning resource packed with in-depth content, visually stimulating graphics and animations, mood music, student guided notes, and a lesson assignment! In this Google Slides learnin
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6th - 10th
Article 3 Analysis of Examination of Supreme Court Power
Responses should be based on your review of both videos Marbury v. Madison video and Inside the Supreme Court video.Click the title of a video to be directly linked to the video. The URL for each video’s website is also listed. Copy and paste the two links below, in order to watch the two videos needed to complete this assignment.Essays should provide a minimum of 2 page comparative analysis critiquing the Supreme Court's hand in defining and insulating the nature of it's political power with ap
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Not Grade Specific
Texas Government in Action Scavenger Hunt
Take students on a scavenger hunt through their community to learn more about how government impacts their daily lives from protecting the right to vote to regulating the gas we put in our vehicles. This HyperDoc includes links to a multitude of government service websites, has them document their interactions with screenshots and selfies, and includes a reflection at the end. Use for extra credit, an end of semester project, or a way to keep students engaged during a fall or winter break.Follow
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
The Declaration of Independence & Colonial Grievances HyperDoc
Take the famous break up letter to King George to the next level!Students use this HyperDoc to replace the words of their favorite break up song and create an original work about the Declaration of Independence and inalienable rights. Activity norms and a rubric are included as well as helpful links to external resources.Follow my Pinterest page to get even more inspiration from free education resources like YouTube channels, podcasts, memes, and more. You can also follow eduKateTX on Facebook t
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Activity Bundle -- Independence & Colonial Grievances: The Break Up Song
American Political Culture: A Jigsaw Exercise & HyperDoc
In this HyperDoc, students learn about the origin and development of constitutional democracy in the United States by exploring American political values and analyzing the American people's attitudes towards government. Readings, instructions, and a learning rubric are included making this a perfect activity for in-person or remote instruction.Follow eduKateTX on Facebook to receive updates about new releases and product sales. You can also follow my Pinterest page to get even more inspiration f
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â American Political Culture -- Slide Deck & Activity Bundle
Supreme Court Cases of 2022 - Resource Guide, Lessons, and Bulletin Board
This product is a resource guide (I.e., an accumulation of links to sources and current event articles and a few lessons you can use to encourage deeper exploration). All resources link to the major summer 2022 Supreme Court cases. I give you information about and supplementary background reading articles for each of these four cases: 1. Dobbs (overturning Roe v. Wade), 2. New York State Rifle & Pistol Association (about efforts to restrict gun access), 3. West Virginia v. E.P.A. (about e
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The American Dream Choice Board & Essay HyperDoc
Utilizing a choice board, students explore the American Dream from a number of different viewpoints such as a lawyer, a poet, a photographer, etc. They will then craft an essay describing their unique American Dream. Academic vocabulary, a learning rubric, and links to sites such as the Library of Congress are included to guide students through this activity.Follow my Pinterest page to get even more inspiration from free education resources like YouTube channels, podcasts, memes, and more. You c
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ancient Rome: Part 8 - The Cycle Of Government
Ancient Rome: Ancient Rome: Part 8 - The Cycle of GovernmentNeed learning resources that are not only engaging to students but flexibly designed for the complex classrooms of today? Make your teacher's heart happy with this learning resource packed with in-depth content, visually stimulating graphics and animations, mood music, student guided notes, and a lesson assignment! This lesson will help your students discover the infamous Cycle Of Government that all civilizations, ancient or modern, go
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6th - 10th
2020 Census : Why it Matters to You! Handout - Remote Learning Ready!
This handout is an interactive hyperlinked worksheet that gives students a comprehensive look at the Census and why it is so important to the American political system. Appropriate for individuals of varied learning abilities yet comprehensive enough to inform advanced learners. Use this worksheet to springboard into more in depth discussion or post as a resource for remote learning in your Google Classroom as a standalone assignment. Pair with the self-grading Google Forms "2020 Census Asses
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Government - Special Interest Groups and Political Parties HyperDoc
This HyperDoc walks students through the role of special interest groups and political parties in American government. Resource includes academic vocabulary with YouTube videos, multiple sites to help students complete their work independently, a formative assessment, and a learning rubric. Follow eduKateTX on Facebook and Pinterest to receive updates about new releases, product sales, and free resources that build social studies skills. All products are designed to be used by a single teacher i
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Government - Special Interest Groups and Political Parties - LESSON BUNDLE!
Pennsylvania Representation WebQuest
This is a Pennsylvania Specific WebQuest to help kids identify who represents them at local and federal levels.
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6th - 12th
Presidents of America Information Sheets
This resource includes 45 sheets, one for each president in American history to date. Each sheet includes a picture, presidential biographical breakdown and a notes section for foreign and domestic policies. There is also a section for the student to reflect on the success/failure of each president. These are great to use for review, projects, and extension learning.
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7th - 12th
Think Like a Politico - Sources & Perspective - Jigsaw HyperDoc
Students work together to become an expert on the British versus colonist perspective on the Declaration of Independence. This HyperDoc guides students through the process during group practice limiting disruptions and needing to repeat instructions. It also gives them a single place to track their Individual learning. A jigsaw is a great activity for the 4C (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity) classroom and a final activity is included that ensures all 4 dimensions are
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Think Like a Politico - Sources & Perspective - Pear Deck BUNDLE!
Argumentative Paragraph Graphic Organizer: Proposing a Bill
Writing an argumentative paragraph can often be difficult task for students as it requires a confluence of tasks and skills. Students have to conduct research, formulate an argument, deduce supporting points and examples, and write in a manner that is persuasive. This graphic organizer allows students to organize their research and ideas in a way that scaffolds success in writing a coherent, organized, and well thought out argumentative paragraph regarding a proposition of a Bill in government.
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Political Party Worksheet
This has students take 2 quizzes to see where they lie on the "political spectrum". Then they are to explore 5 different party websites (Republican, Democrat, Green Party, Tea Party, and Libertarian) and look through their platforms. It then has them figure out which one they resonate with most and research more about the party.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Political Parties worksheets
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