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Adult education civics resources under $5
Veterans Day Program Script School Assembly or Class Activity to Honor Veterans
Are you planning a Veterans Day celebration for your school this year? This Veterans Day program script will help you get started as you plan your Veterans Day program.Our school's Veterans Day program has been my absolute favorite event of the year for over fifteen years!I have found that a program that celebrates Veterans is one of our favorite activities to bring together community members of all ages and students in our school. I have used this script at our school-wide Veterans Day progra
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Bill of Rights Scenarios
This is a great activity for a unit on the Bill of Rights and/or the U.S. Constitution. In this activity/ assignments students are assigned to read 12 different scenarios. After reading each scenario they are to figure out if the individual in the scenario had their Constitutional rights violated or not. All scenarios deal with the first 10 amendments. This product comes complete with an answer key. This product WILL generate interesting debate and in-class discussion. Product could also
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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MEDIA LITERACY INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK | WITH CRASH COURSE VIDEOS
It is essential that our students are able to assess all different forms of media for reliability and accuracy. The Crash Course team and Jay Smooth have done an AMAZING job of covering the history and application of media literacy in a 12-video course. This product is an interactive notebook with guided notes that follow each video. In the end, students apply their knowledge and evaluate their own media sources.This unit is best suited for high school English and Journalism classes, based on th
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Political Parties| DEMOCRATS V REPUBLICANS | What are the Differences? | Digital
This is an easy and comprehensive way to teach the differences between the Democrat and Republican political parties. Both printable and digital versions are included!Buyer Feedback:Easy to use, comprehensive, and versatile with options for print and digital. This purchase includes a 3-page reading about the differences between the two major political parties; the Democrats and the Republicans. It reviews the different ideologies on the following issues:the economytaxessocial issuesforeign polic
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Twelve Angry Men / 12 Angry Men Video Guide Original Questions
This video guide helps to capture the important vocabulary and central ideas that make this video such a valuable tool for use in any government course. I firmly believe this is a video that every high school student should see and this video guide will help ensure they are productive, engaged and gain valuable knowledge from one of history's greatest films!This product is also sold as part of the Judicial Branch Unit Bundle and the Individual Rights, Law and the Internet Unit Bundle! Each bun
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Three Branches Government Bundle
#Activism Research Project: Perfect for Social Justice/Informational Text Unit
Thanks to social media and trending hashtags, modern activism movements look much different than the activism of the past. This project is a great addition to any study of activism, social justice, social movements, informational text, or just as a stand-alone research project. It is crucially important we teach students how to research and understand the movements of their generation so they can actively participate in the dialogue that is taking place all around them. Understanding the current
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Government: Political Party Handouts and Activities
There are many activities and handouts that will surely get students more acquainted with the American political party system! Many of these are web-based, while others do not need a computer.
Here are the activities:
1. Web activity: find out what each political party believes in regard to 10 key issues.
2. Partner activity: groups will receive strips of paper, which each has a party's stance on it. They then need to glue or staple each stance in the student handout table (box) provided. Thi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Marbury v. Madison & Judicial Review Analysis + Distance Learning Version
Marbury v. Madison & Judicial Review Analysis takes students back to the landmark decision that established Judicial Review. From background of the case, and the Midnight Judges to its decision, and even criticism from Thomas Jefferson. Students meet all the key players, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Marshall, and William Marbury. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans, and of
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Civil Rights Movement Powerpoint
30 Slides to help you teach this important period of American History
Topics Included:
Montgomery Bus Boycott
Segregation
Integration
Armed forces integration
Sit-ins
Civil Rights Leaders: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Booker T. Washington, Jesse Jackson, Thurgood Marshall
Tuskegee Institute
March on Washington
Seperate but Equal
Brown vs. Board of Education
Little Rock Nine
John F. Kennedy
Civil Rights Act
Lyndon Johnson
NAACP
Check out the preview file for an "at a glance"
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Map of Canada Assignment - Detailed Map
This is a minimal-prep assignment that you can simply photocopy and distribute to students now! The assignment is broken down into 10 steps and is perfect for an applied or academic classroom. The assignment includes a built-in checklist for students to use while completing their maps.
There are two versions of this assignment included in this download – one with and one without the post-it note annotation. There are also two rubrics to reflect both versions of this assignment. You can use the
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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History U.S. or Government - Fun Constitution Day Activity - Rights & Reasons
Hostile aliens have conquered Earth! Americans must vote on 3--and only 3--rights or freedoms to keep under the new alien regime. Which will you choose and why? This activity is a great way to get students to engage in the topic of rights and freedoms on Constitution Day or any other day. It features a student-centered critical thinking exercise that serves as an engaging launching pad for a persuasive essay that encourages students to reflect on values that matter to them. The premise is an
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Political Parties | Lecture, Notes, Cartoon Analysis | Print & Digital | Civics
This is an engaging and informative presentation about POLITICAL PARTIES in the United States. Students take notes on the creative Cloze/Cornell notes template. To check for comprehension students complete a political cartoon analysis activity about political parties. Includes both print and digital versions.Buyer Feedback:Fantastic resource - love the Cornell format with question prompts! Nice touch to reveal the political cartoons a piece at a time in the PPT. Thanks!Topics include:What are
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Federal Court System | Lecture Presentation | The Judicial Branch | U.S. Court
This engaging presentation reviews the U.S. Federal Court System. Both printable and digital versions are included. Buyer Feedback:"This presentation is loaded with information that is easily modifiable to whatever needs you may have." Mathew"Great engaging PPT with opportunities to check for understanding!" VictoriaThis editable presentation (both Google and PowerPoint) includes information about the structure of the creation of a National Judiciary, the structure of the Federal and State court
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Types of Government - PowerPoint Presentation
This is a GREAT - 19 Slide PowerPoint Presentation on the types of government.
Topics Covered:
- What is a Government?
- What is a Citizen?
- Limited vs. Unlimited Government
- What is a Constitution?
- Anarchy (What is it? Pros? Cons? Examples?)
- Types of Autocracies
- Dictatorships (What is it? Pros? Cons? Examples?)
- Monarchy (What is it? Pros? Cons? Examples?)
- Theocracy (What is it? Pros? Cons? Examples?)
- Oligarchy (What is it? Pros? Cons? Examples?)
- Democracy
- Direct Democracy (
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Civics - Life Skills - Government, JURY DUTY
Jury DutyLife Skills - Civics - GovernmentThis lesson is in both a PDF and Google format making it great for distance learning or in class instruction. Objectives: Students will be able to: • Explain the purpose of jury duty.• Identify the requirements to serve as a juror.• Identify the legal consequences for refusal to serve or respond to a jury summons.• Explain the process for postponement or excusal from jury duty. • Describe the jury selection process.Included:1) Lesson Plan2) PowerPoint Pr
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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VOTING & VOTING BEHAVIOR - Presentation - Reading Activity - Print & Digital
This creative product for the secondary civics/U.S. The government classroom includes everything you need to teach about voting and voting behavior. Topics include - the history of voting rights, voting amendments, voting requirements, motor voter law, who votes, why some choose not to vote, and how to vote. It also includes a debate activity, "Philosophical Chairs" and a fun review activity, "Who Can Participate". Includes both print and digital versions.Buyer Feedback:This is great to add as a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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My Community State and Local Government Project (Google Compatible)
My Community State and Local Government Project Is your class learning about local politics and your local community? In this hands-on project, students will create a local community profile on their town, city, or county. The students will research their local government officials, compile demographic data on their area, interview local citizens, attend a local government meeting or event, and perform a community service. Through this project students will be able to better understand the funct
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: State and Local Government Unit Plan
The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning Activity
This objective for the powers of Congress will help your students understand the expressed and implied powers of Congress. Students will get the opportunity to examine these powers and think critically about why the Framers of the Constitution included these powers. Give your students everything they need to master this topic with this great activity. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Powers of Congress" Distance Learning activity includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organizers t
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning | Activity Bundle
Civics - Government - Life Skills, CRIME - A RECORD and CONSEQUENCES
CRIME: A RECORD AND CONSEQUENCESCivics – Government – Life SkillsThis lesson is in a PDF and google format. Great for distance learning or in class instruction.Objectives: Students will be able to: • Define crime.• Compare and contrast the Juvenile Justice System and the Criminal Justice System. • Identify the consequences of having a criminal record.• Describe the three different categories of crimes.Included:1) Lesson Plan2) PowerPoint Presentation.3) Analysis, Imprisonment.4) Crime: A Record
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Electoral College | Lecture & Reforms Group Activity| Civics | Print and Digital
In this engaging lecture and activity, students will be able to discuss the Electoral College and the different reform plans suggested. First, they will complete a lecture-notes template while reviewing the important details of the history and function of the Electoral College in the creative PowerPoint. Both print and digital versions are included. It can be used for distance learning. Buyer Feedback:"Great lesson! The videos included about the electoral college are hilarious! Thank you!"The Po
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: EXECUTIVE Branch BUNDLE | U.S. Presidency | Print & Digital | Civics
Origins of American Government PowerPoint / Google Slides + Speaker Notes
Origins of American Government PowerPoint w/video clips & presenter notes covers the second chapter in Government/Civics class. This 20 slide PowerPoint is packed with beautiful graphics, engaging video clips and presenter notes that aid your understanding of each slide and guides you through the lecture. PowerPoint is completely editable. Add or get rid of anything that doesn’t align with your curriculum. Although this PowerPoint is based on McGraw Hill’s, United States Government: Democrac
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Circular Flow Model Diagram
Help your students practice labeling and analyzing the Circular Flow Model with these graphic organizers and assessments. Students will use colored pencils, crayons or makers to label the Product Market, Factor Market, revenue, expenditures, goods and services, products, factors of production, factor payments, income and resources (note: this particular model does NOT include government).
Students will also match important vocabulary terms with definition choices to help familiarize them with t
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
The Executive Branch US Government Bureaucracy Who Does What? Matching Activity
This is a matching activity that pairs roles and responsibilities within the executive branch and departments in the bureaucracy.
This is a worksheet that could be completed as a homework assignment, or in class with a group or partner.
This would also be a great review activity.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Censorship Activity and Discussion Guide
This assignment gives the students a detailed definition of censorship and the various types of censorship prevalent in our society today. Once students have a basic familiarity with the idea of censorship, and the rationale behind it, they assess their own viewpoint on the issue.
Oftentimes, my students will initially be against the idea of censoring material in this country, until they start to consider various inflammatory topics within the debate (such as religiously insulting text or chil
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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