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8th grade Presidents' Day government resources for GATE
Bill of Rights Escape Room Activity | Determine the Bill of Right Amendment
In this Bill of Rights Escape Room activity, students investigate eight different scenarios to uncover eight possible Bill of Rights investigations. This Bill of Rights code-cracking activity is an outstanding way to review the Bill of Rights, reinforce major ideas of the Constitution, and bring life, energy, and team-building to your unit on the US Constitution. Enjoy this crack the code US history challenge!This version is designed for the traditional classroom. You can find the version that
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5th - 8th
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Fairy Tales on Trial
Students discover a unique way to determine the fine line between “doing wrong” and “crime.” They “study” character education by “doing” - using fairy tales and simulating investigation and trials. The activities challenge students as they use all language arts skills: critical reading, analytical thinking and writing, speaking and drama.
Use with the entire class, choosing an appropriate case by its complexity and appropriate level of challenge. The class creates all elements of a case and pres
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3rd - 9th
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Ancient Greek Democracy Athenian Democracy Activities Middle School
Democracy, Ancient Greek style! You'll love this resource that engages students in the tenets of Greek Democracy by having them participate in it first-hand! There are three hands-on (votes up!) activities that guide students through the similarities and differences between Greek (Direct) Democracy and Representative Democracy. The graphics are great, the activities are fun, when the votes are in, I think your students will love it!What do they need to know about Greece before completing this ac
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5th - 8th
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Advanced Fairy Tales on Trial
" . . . an age appropriate version of an important element in our society . . ."
Learn it. Remember it. Live it. Right. Wrong. Consequences. Values that make the difference are found in Janis Silverman's second book "Advanced" Fairy Tales. Some of the tales are less familiar; some are more complicated and take a more mature student to untangle the possible misbehaviors to be charged. But the teacher-tested results speak for themselves . . .
". . . What a great way to teacher character education
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3rd - 9th
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Student Letter to Senator: Argumentative Writing & Civics
Let your students voices be heard with this argumentative letter writing assignment!! Students will select a topic, research the topic, and write a letter using a thesis (claim) and supporting research to justify their claim. Then, mail the letter off so that your students can make their voices heard! (Stamps and envelopes not included)
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This lesson packet is takes your students through the basic steps of writing an argumentative letter to their Congressperson. The packet i
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3rd - 12th
February Brain Teasers & Challenge Puzzles | Boom Cards | Digital & Print
Do you struggle to engage and differentiate for your:early finishers?gifted and talented students?smart students who just love a challenge?Then this product is perfect for you! It includes 20 fun and challenging brain teaser puzzles of all types. My students have LOVED solving these puzzles as a reward for completing their other work. I LOVE that they are self-checking which frees me up to help the students who need it.★★★★ Preview this deck in action here ★★★★It includes 20 varied February-th
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3rd - 8th
American Government and Civics: John Locke and the Declaration of Independence
This item is apart of a bundle! Teaching the enlightenment? Use this lesson as a way to teach the philosophy of John Locke and his influence on the Founding Fathers. This can used in Interactive notebooks or as separate consumables You will Love this resource because:Provides 2 lesson versions for Gifted and Gen Ed classes. Collaborative Activity Critical Thinking ActivitiesNotes Declaration of Independence Analysis Editable PowerPointWant access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics an
Grades:
6th - 12th
Multiple Perspectives on Public or Current Issues Guided Notes and Activity
Teaching multiple Perspectives in social studies? For years I struggled with teaching multiple perspectives in an engaging way. I created this resource as a way for students to understand multiple perspectives on current issues. When doing this lesson you will have to find an issue with multiple perspectives. In class I start off with showing a video of 2 perspectives and we complete the worksheet as a class. SS.7.C.2.13This resource includes: -Lesson Plan - Multiple Perspectives Worksheet- Pers
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6th - 12th
Distance Learning: Boston Massacre Digital Breakout / Escape Room
:::::DISTANCE LEARNING FRIENDLY! NO PREP!:::::The Boston Massacre Digital Breakout Description:Looking for a digital breakout covering The Boston Massacre? If so, then this is the document for you! All you need is connection to the internet! This breakout is on a Google Form (using response validation).A digital breakout has students find a series of online clues to unlock "locks." Breakouts are a great way to increase student engagement in the 21st century. The 4Cs are incorporated as students
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5th - 10th
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Second Amendment: Research and Class Debate (Gr. 7-12)
No study of the Constitution or current events is complete without a well researched and organized class debate. This resource provides teacher and student guidance through the 2nd Amendment debate process-- researching the Amendment and its modern application, the debate format, and a written reflection to conclude.This bundle includes:- Ppt to guide class- Research organizers for student use- Four sourced documents to spur research- Sentence starters for debate participant use- Sideline orga
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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State Research Report Digital Google Slide & Print
Are you looking for a quick state research report for students to display for Open House or want students to learn more about their own state history?This research report will work great. It's easy to use, engaging, and looks great. Make sure to click the video preview for an in-depth preview of what is included.This product includes:A digital Google Slide Version and a print versionPrint Version Includes:-1 Page Quick Option-4 Page Option more in-depth (can also be used with a file folder to ma
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: State Report & Country Report Bundle
Charts and Graphs - Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
15 charts and graphs about Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. Students analyze and describe:Resources of the Union and Confederacy,1860 Election - popular vote and electoral college, Deaths in Civil War battles (Gettysburg, Shiloh, etc),Deaths in US wars (WWI, WWII, Korean, etc),Causes of discharge in Civil War,Retaking of the South by year (1862, 1863…),Most Popular Presidents,Age of Presidents, Height of Presidents,Cost of Presidential Campaigns,Vote of Succession by counties,and more...Take a
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7th - 12th
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Systems of Government Student Created Gallery Walk
Having a hard time explaining systems of government? Use this student created gallery walk as a way for your students to think about and diagram systems of government. Gifted students will especially love this because it challenges them to think about how the power is distributed. Students will diagram how the power is distributed in a system of government and will walk around the room and guess their peers system of government. Watch your students as they make the systems of government easy to
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Grades:
6th - 12th
The American Creed William Tyler Page Civics Constitution Week Activities
The American Creed will come to life as your students participate in three powerful activities that bring the document to life. If you are looking for a way to help students understand the American Creed and its origins, this resource is perfect for you. It dives deeply into the Creed, exploring it line by line. The variety of activities helps students see the American Creed from multiple angles, and they'll respond to discussion questions in small groups. It's amazing how fun the American Creed
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Constitution Week Unit US Government Activities 4th Grade - 8th Grade
President Election Day Logic Puzzles
Get your kids thinking a little deeper with five (5) US Presidential history - Election Day trivia themed table logic puzzles. These logic puzzles are designed for 4th - 7th grade students, but can be used with younger gifted students or as whole-class enrichment activities.When you use Everyday Learning with Hand In Hand logic puzzles, you help students develop deductive reasoning skills. You also get to explore little-known fun facts about American presidents, like which president walked their
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4th - 8th
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HISTORY DETECTIVE: Death of President Zachary Taylor - Primary Source Analysis
For this installment of HISTORY DETECTIVE, students will examine primary and secondary source documents and use evidence from those documents to justify their claim concerning a 170-year-old mystery: Who Killed President Zachary Taylor?
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On July 4, 1850- after only 16 months in office- President Zachary Taylor was in the middle of a heated battle over slavery in the new territories. The "Compromise of 1850" and its controversial Fugitive Slave Act was tearing the nation apart. He
Grades:
7th - 12th
Debate Project
Included in this packet are project handouts for any teacher who wishes to complete an organized in-class debate with their students. This project is “tiered” by readiness, meaning there are assignments geared towards the 3 levels of learning. The project was designed for students to work in debate groups of 3 to prepare, with each level of learning within the group of 3. Each group of 3 would have a different side of the debate (there could possibly be multiple groups of the same side, becau
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5th - 9th
Simulation of Florida 7th Civics SS.7.CL.1.1 Purpose & Origins of Government
Through a fun and educational simulation, students will demonstrate an understanding of the origins and purposes of government, law, and the American political system by participating in a Constitutional Convention simulation. The simulation will allow students to embody roles inspired by diverse intellectual influences on American political and constitutional traditions, including religion (Hebraic and Christian), republicanism, the Enlightenment, English law (Magna Carta), and colonial-era ide
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5th - 8th
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Declaration of Independence Learning Centers
Declaration of Independence | Declaration of Independence Learning Centers | Declaration of Independence Learning Stations | History Learning Centers | History Learning StationsBring this valuable teaching and learning tool to your own classroom!Learning centers are an amazing way to cover a complex topic in the middle school history classroom. Learning centers encourage high-level, independent thinking and allow students to learn about important events, people, and places with a level of depth
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: US History Learning Centers Bundle
STEM: The Ethics of Drones
This PowerPoint introduces students to the concept of ethics and current issues related to drones. The PowerPoint has links to an introduction video and the FAA website on the regulations of drones.
Grades:
5th - 12th
Social Reform movements of 1800s: Gate annotations and Frame
What this lesson includes: - Digital version and paper handout that you can print! - Photo analysis: students match the correct reform movement with the photo, and explain one observation from each picture.- 4 slides of condensed reading on the temperance, workers, education, and women's movement of the 1800's. - Annotation guide on each page, where students are highlighting the text that corresponds with particular gate icons. - Gate frame: students will use their annotations to write a little
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6th - 11th
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Roles of Citizens in Society Peer Editing Civics Activities Upper Elementary
Language Arts and Social Studies go together like peanut butter and jelly (yum!) in this activity where students will explore the role of citizens in a society, write their own mini-books, and then peer edit each other's work. It's like a two-for-one instructional time special!Your students will participate in three activities on their way to understanding the role of citizens in society.I like to do this over two different days. I do the first activity on the first day, and then the other two.
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4th - 8th
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Government Trivia Middle School Teambuilding Academic Team Quiz Bowl
✅ 20 Mind-Boggling Questions: This trivia worksheet features 20 unique and intriguing questions about government that will challenge and inspire students in grades 6 and beyond.✅ Answer Key Included: You'll find a comprehensive answer key to effortlessly check the answers and provide quick feedback.✅ Versatile and Educational: Use this worksheet for classroom activities, as part of a quiz bowl or academic team, or to foster team-building skills with an advisory or club. The possibilities are end
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6th - 8th
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Differentiation support-- Adjusted Readings for "Creating the Constitution" Unit
Reading materials for ESOL and SpEd learners.
Bundle of accommodated readings to teach:
1. Articles of Confederation
2. Constitutional Convention
3. New Jersey Plan
4. Virginia Plan
5. 3/5 Compromise.
All articles adjusted-- chunked text, Lexile 500-900, focus questions as you read. Each reading is front-back, so it only takes one sheet of paper. Also blank, editable template for SQ3R reading strategy to be used with any text.
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- Adjusted readings on the Articles of Confede
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5th - 10th
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