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Social studies Common Core CCRA.L.6 simulations
Legislative Branch Activity: Classroom Simulation on How a Bill Becomes a Law
Make civics practical and exciting for students using this Social Studies simulation that allows students to experience the Legislative Branch! Students will participate in writing bills for their school, community, or state while learning the various stages within the lawmaking process. All voices are heard as students become members of Congress, participate in committees, debate on the floor, and watch their President sign the bills that survive the entire process. Not only do students love
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6th - 12th
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President Election Campaign Game: iCivics Win the White House Game Reflection
How does a presidential candidate go about campaigning, winning the election, and then becoming the next President? What's with the electoral college anyway? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to comprehend what a candidate needs to go through in order to become the next President. From taking stances on issues, giving speeches, and traveling to various states, students will take the role of candidate and do their best to win the most electoral votes and become the next Pr
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5th - 12th
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Political Parties | Campaign Simulation Running for President
This presidential election simulation is an excellent way for students to comprehend all aspects of political parties and the campaigns needed to elect a presidential candidate - "Let's Get The Party Started!" The teacher will divide class into groups of 4 to 5 students per group. Each group will develop their own political party and choose a presidential candidate to represent their party. Using the included criteria, allow students a few class periods, or portions of class periods, to create
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5th - 12th
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Stock Market Game: An Online Activity, & Simulation | Teach Students Investing
Studying the stock market can be difficult, yet life-changing if studied properly! For years I have wanted to help students grasp a comfortable understanding of the stock market. Through semesters of tweaking and formulating, I have come up with this resource that students and teachers alike can approve of! Students will enter an online game, watch their stock returns, write reflection papers, draft summaries of their investment companies, chart returns, and create a reflection of their entire
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9th - 12th
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Economics Resources: A Bundle of Engaging Resources On Money, Economy, & More
This bundle includes a variety of 9 economic resources from my store that you can add to your various economic units. With a total of 9 fantastic resources on economics, you will be saving 25% by getting this bundled version instead of purchasing the resources individually! That's like getting a few products for FREE! Products included are seen above! Enjoy!Thank You!Thanks so much for stopping by! It's great to meet you! I hope this resource adds value to your classroom. If you have time, I'd
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Ancient Egyptian Mummy Reenactment Activity
Teach students about ancient Egyptian mummification with this fun and interactive reenactment activity. Students will role-play while they learn how to “mummify” one of their classmates, who will play the part of the deceased pharaoh. The rest of the class will pretend to be embalmers, priests, priestesses, and other people involved in the mummification process. The students will select their roles by picking cards that illustrate different burial goods and items used in the mummification proc
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4th - 7th
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Economics Activity | Classroom Market Economy Simulation & Classroom Management
Searching for Economics Activities? Looking for a way to make economics class more enjoyable or maybe just improve classroom management? CLA$$ONOMIC$ is an interactive classroom economy that will boost student engagement and help reinforce the major concepts of a market economy. Create your very own classroom economy with this Social Studies simulation. Students love the chance to be an entrepreneur by owning items in the classroom, charging students usage fees, and having opportunities to mak
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5th - 12th
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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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Mock Trial Graphic Organizers
USE THIS PRODUCT WITH ANY MOCK TRIAL!This is a collection of graphic organizers and scripts that can be used with any mock trial, civil or criminal. Each item below includes scaffolded support in order to help students understand the main roles in a mock trial. In addition, there is a witness organizer and a court reporter organizer to engage those students who do not have a direct role in the trial. Included are the following resources to help students prepare, participate in, and reflect on cr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Debate Bundle - Debates, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics, Templates, Scaffolds
This "Ultimate Debate Bundle" is everything you need to facilitate clear, well-organized debates for students of elementary school - 12th grade. The materials are designed for a students of varying language and learning needs, fitting the language development needs of ESL students as well as students in AP courses. This resource offers adaptable material that you can fit with any debate you develop for your students.Not just for ELA Teachers!Teachers across disciplines have found this resource h
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Ancient Egyptian Afterlife Simulation Game | Low-Prep | 6th Grade History
Immerse your students in the captivating world of Ancient Egypt with the "Egyptian Afterlife Simulation Game"! Designed to align with Ancient Egypt History Social Science Content standards, this engaging and interactive game transports students to the heart of ancient beliefs and practices, making history come alive in your classroom. This "Dungeons and Dragons" style simulation game is sure to keep your students engaged for multiple days in a row.This Game Includes:5 Rounds of Thrilling Gamepla
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6th, Not Grade Specific
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THE EXPLORATION GAME: Columbian Exchange Simulation
THIS COLUMBIAN EXCHANGE INTERACTIVE SIMULATION IS A MUST-HAVE!〰〰〰 〰〰〰〰〰〰 〰〰〰〰〰〰 〰〰〰〰〰〰 〰〰〰〰〰〰 〰〰〰〰〰〰This Columbian Exchange Interactive Simulation offers a hands-on learning experience, allowing students to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the European Age of Exploration. Through role-playing, trading, alliances, and strategic decisions, students gain insights into the historical, economic, and cultural dynamics of this pivotal historical period.Designed to be played within a one OR
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6th - 12th
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Create Government Project (Constitution Unit)
This is a series of projects so students can learn about social contract and creating their own government. It starts with a scenario that students had a plane crash and land on a deserted island. They start living in "state of nature" where everything goes, then turns into "social contract" where there are rules and they create their own government. Part 1: Students draw the island they land on (there are guidelines), explain who is on the island with them (there is a graphic organizer for this
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5th - 12th
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Social Contract Project
This is a series of projects so students can learn about social contract. It starts with a scenario that students had a plane crash and land on a deserted island. They start living in "state of nature" where everything goes, then turns into "social contract" where there are rules.Part 1: Students draw the island they land on (there are guidelines), explain who is on the island with them (there is a graphic organizer for this part), then they answer 10 questions about their island.Part 2: The peo
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5th - 12th
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Debate Starter Bundle - Handouts, Rubrics, Graphic Organizers, templates
This debate bundle is everything you need to facilitate a clear, well-organized debate for students of elementary school - 12th grade. This is a great unit to fit the language development needs of ESL students as well because it is visually based and adaptable. For students new to debate (middle - high school) and ESL students, this bundle is handy because of the clarity of directions and visual cues. When I do debates with more experienced debaters, and in AP Language, I use formats that are in
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Survivor digital Escape Room- Lord of the Flies & Types of Government
Engage your student's knowledge of Lord of the Flies and basic types of government with this interactive, simulation escape room. Students only need to have previously read the first two chapters of the novel in order to participate. This activity includes:1. Puzzles2. Videos3. Teamwork4. Secret doors5. Google forms6. Hidden keys7. Multiple choice questions8. Matching9. Close reading10. Symbols12. Characterization13. Major plot pointsInitial description: Your teammates and you have crash-landed
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7th - 12th
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Economics Simulation
I use this activity in my 6th grade geography classes to help simulate trade between nations, trade barriers, and NAFTA. It's customizable to fit your needs and creativity. I suggest printing the materials on something like cardstock and laminating it, for durability through the day.***GSE STANDARDS***SS6E2 Give examples of how voluntary trade benefits buyers and sellers in Latin America. DOKIIIExplain how specialization encourages trade between countries.Compare and contrast different types of
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Not Grade Specific
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Don't Eat the Cookie! Inquiry Archaeology Lab
This lesson is a great hands on introduction to archaeology, and can be integrated into a variety of different Social Studies and Science units. Teach your students to think like an archaeologist by participating in sketching dig sites, and artifacts, excavating artifacts, evaluating the effects of excavation on a dig site, and the effectiveness of tools used in the excavation. What’s included in this resource: Teacher lesson planRelated vocabulary and definitionsInteractive lab worksheetLab as
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3rd - 6th
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Economics Activity | Create a Business and Merge with others in a Market Economy
CEO’s are always looking to improve their companies. Often times, merging with another company (or forming trusts) may help remove competition within the market, diversify product, or streamline company logistics.In this activity, students will create their own company, present their company for the purpose of merging with another company within the class. Groups will begin to consider all presented companies and then choose which company to merge with. After the merging process, groups will
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6th - 12th
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Mohenjodaro - Archaeological Dig
Explore the ancient city of Mohenjodaro with this interactive artifact exploration activity. Your students will jump into the roles of archaeologists while digging up these ancient artifacts, hypothesizing about their uses and discussing what they tell us about Mohenjodaro and its citizens. PDF and Google access only.Included:Activity prep checklistData recording chartsActivity Google SlidesArtifact description cardsArtifact name cardsArtifact photo cardsJob task cardsCharacteristics of civiliza
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5th - 7th
Time Traveling Through American History - Tabletop Roleplaying Game Handbook
The purpose of the handbook is to provide teachers with a comprehensive guide to "Time Traveling Through American History," a tabletop roleplaying game that helps students learn about key events and people in American history. The rulebook provides the tools and resources necessary for teachers to effectively act as Game Masters and run the game for their students.While this handbook was developed with 8th grade US History in mind, it can be used for any grade that teaches US history. It can eve
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8th - 11th
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MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS2-1
Ancient Rome Simulation Game: Voices of the People
What does it mean to rule a Republic? In this exciting roleplay writing task, students will write persuasive dramatic monologues that embody what it means to exist in a complex and diverse empire.You (or a student) play the Emperor. Your question of the hour: Should Rome Go to War with Carthage?(You can choose a different question or issue for the people to decide)Students will enjoy role-playing their character and convincing you of their position. They must use historical context and compellin
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5th - 8th
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Mini Market Play Kit for Preschoolers: Fun Role-Playing and Learning Activities
I am excited to introduce a new, engaging resource designed to bring the world of business and entrepreneurship into your preschool classroom: the Mini Market Play Kit! (I am giving this out for free, so I hope you can leave a review. Thank you, teachers and parents!)What is the Mini Market Play Kit?The Mini Market Play Kit is a comprehensive set of printable templates and activity guides that allows young learners to set up and run their own mini market. This hands-on resource encourages basic
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PreK - 3rd
Renaissance Activity
This activity involves students imagining they are one of many real and imagined historical figures from 16th century Florence. Each student is requires them to find and trade with/patron other people in the classroom:Francesco del Giocondo – a wealthy merchant with a beautiful wife Lisa (Mona Lisa)Cosimo de Medici – son of the founder of the Medici BankFlorentine wool merchant – son of a wealthy merchant, wants to start a businessPortuguese ship builder – builds caravels (a type of boat)Lorenzo
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: World History: Paleolithic/Prehistoric to the end of the Middle Ages
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Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
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- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
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