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High school civics handouts under $5
US CONSTITUTION DAY Reading Comprehension, Word Search & Worksheet Activities
Use these puzzles and accompanying reading comprehension passage to introduce and reinforce important vocabulary words while studying one of America's most important official documents, the US Constitution. Perfect for Constitution Day or keep on hand for engaging activities for your sub folder or early finishers. Puzzles make great no prep activities for early finishers, bell ringers, morning work, handouts, homework, reading comprehension and lesson plan supplements, themed classrooms, sponge
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6th - 9th
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13th, 14th, and 15th Reconstruction Amendments
The 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments are the Reconstruction Amendments. Do you students struggle with these amendments? In this resource, you receive several different activities to help your students master the content. You can differentiate the content by offering different activities to different students. Or looking to increase engagement? Create stations from the readings and primary source handouts. With this purchase of the Reconstruction Amendments, you will receive:-Several different re
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7th - 9th
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Roles of the President | A Day in the Life of the Executive Branch | White House
What does the President of the United States do anyway? Throughout the day, the President wears many hats and is responsible for many different roles within the Executive Branch. This engaging mini-lesson is an excellent way for students to comprehend all roles played by the President. "Roles of the President" is an engaging resource for any unit that studies the President or the Executive Branch. The 7 roles studied include: Chief Executive, Chief Diplomat, Commander in Chief, Party Chief, Ec
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6th - 9th
Also included in: PRESIDENTS BUNDLE: Civics, Executive & Presidential Resources
Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater
Learning about a major landmark Supreme Court case has never been more engaging! The Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater is a perfect addition to the Civics curriculum in middle school or high school.Included in this resource:1. 3 page script for 5-6 students (estimated time: 4-6 minutes)2. 5 discussion promptsPlease take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A section of my store! Happy Teaching!
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Jefferson and Madison Era Complete Unit Bundle
Impeachment Activity and Case Study Lesson Plan
This complete lesson plan on the Impeachment Process includes 6 case studies, an overview reading, and more for an engaging activity on impeachment in America. The lesson will first ensure that students understand the impeachment process at both the state and federal level. Then, students move on to analyzing impeachment cases like Presidents Bill Clinton and Andrew Johnson as well as Richard Nixon's potential impeachment. Case studies of impeachment at the state level are covered with articles
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8th - 11th
The Bill of Rights Supreme Court Stations Gallery Walk Interactive Presentation
This lesson focuses on the Bill of Rights. Students will complete an interactive presentation and then visit stations relating to the Supreme Court rulings and teenagers. My students were thoroughly engaged and their learning was substantial. They absolutely loved these activities! I've now updated this lesson to also include a digital and distance learning version. To make sure that students clearly understand the lesson being presented, I've created a clearly written presentation with formativ
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6th - 9th
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Economic Systems Scenario Worksheet w/ Teacher Guide
Great way to check for comprehension when teaching economic systems. This worksheet can be given as a homework assignment, comprehension check, differentiated assignment, or taught as a whole class.Students first have to define the four economic systems (traditional, market, command, and mixed economy). I like to have students do this on their own and then as a class check to make sure that everyone has the correct definition on their paper before they work on the scenarios. Teachers can also ch
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Middle School Economics
Constitutional Convention Activities Great Compromise & 3/5 Compromise
In this PRINT & USE product or GOOGLE SLIDES for Distance Learning, students will use readings to examine the Great Compromise and the Three Fifths Compromise from the Constitutional Convention. This is perfect for individual work, homework, or with a substitute. There are 3 pages of readings which include: Background informationQuestion Over RepresentationVirginia PlanNew Jersey PlanThe Great CompromiseThe 3/5 CompromiseThe student handout is 2 pages and has students analyze the readings
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Constitution Convention Activity Bundle
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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Hamilton the Musical: Cabinet Battle #1 Song Analysis
Now with two different Google Classroom options!Are you a History or English teacher wondering how to implement Hamilton: An American Musical in your classroom? Here's your answer! Students analyze the lyrics to the song line by line. Best of all, I have tracked down true clean versions of the songs! I teach middle school, so some words or phrases that are technically not curse words still aren't appropriate. I've done the hard work for you and have links to all the truly clean versions!All reso
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Hamilton the Musical: Growing Bundle
Universal Declaration of Human Rights Guided Reading
The 1948 Declaration of Human Rights has guided world politics since its inception, and thus should be taught in school.
To help students break down the information, I have created a guided reading sheet. To model the sheet, I completed the introduction with them, and then had students work in pair to reword a chosen article. Before allowing students to jigsaw the remaining source, I checked their work and then allowed them to share responses. As a class we came back together to discuss the thr
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8th - 11th
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.
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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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Psychology - Nature vs. Nurture activity
Students will determine whether certain characteristics are a result of genetics or environment. Using the chart of character traits, students will categorize them as Nature or Nurture. On the back, students will describe ten traits about themselves and then explain why they would be considered genetic traits or learned behaviors.
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11th - 12th
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Dred Scott Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity | Citizenship
Want to study the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case? Hoping to practice primary source analysis with your students? Need a no-prep resource to prompt discussion and further study of the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case and its impact on slavery and American citizenship for African Americans?This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Dre
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5th - 12th
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Supreme Court Simulation | Should Woman Be Drafted? | Judicial Review
This Supreme Court Simulation is a perfect way to keep your students engaged in your secondary Civics and American Government class. The presentation is editable and Google compatible"This was perfect! My kids really enjoyed this and it sparked some great discussion. They completely understand judicial review after this!" KelsieStudents will pretend they are justices on the Supreme Court to determine the constitutionality of the Military Selective Service Act outlined in the case Rostker vs. Gol
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9th - 12th
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The European Union Handout & Worksheet
This activity will help your students understand what the European Union is, the foundations upon which the organization was founded, Brexit, and the modern-day challenges and accomplishments associated with the international organization.The resource includes a four-page informational text handout and a four-page worksheet over the material covered. The first two pages of the worksheet may be completed on paper or digitally and require students to review the informational text and analyze a num
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8th - 10th
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Also included in: The Geography of Europe ❘ Europe Geography Worksheet Bundle
Illinois Constitution - Organizers and More!
It is mandated by the state of Illinois to teach the state Constitution. Included are several graphic organizers, question sheets and even an editable full test! Several of the files have blanks for you to print or share and answer keys too! In this bundle you will receive:* 3 Branches Question Sheet* 3 Branches Qualifications Chart - Blank and Answer Key!* Checks and Balances Organizer* IL Bill of Rights Chart - Blank and Answer Key!* IL State Symbols Graphic Organizer - Blank and Answer Key!*
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6th - 11th
Legislative, Executive and Judicial Branches Checks Balances Distance Learning
This lesson focuses on the basics relating to the three branches of government - the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches. It also explains Checks and Balances and provides scenarios for students to analyze. The text is presented in a clear and easy to understand format in an engaging infographic style. To make sure that students clearly understand the lesson being presented, I've created a clearly written presentation with formative assessment questions built write in! Students can answ
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6th - 9th
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Miranda v Arizona Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity Miranda Rights
This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling on Miranda v. Arizona as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Miranda v. Arizona case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or ruling.Answer Key is Provided! All images and other primary sources collected from Library of Congress, Nati
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5th - 12th
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Discovering Your Political Ideology Lesson
This is a fantastic, interactive lesson on the American political spectrum and helping your students to identify their personal political ideology. Included is a worksheet to help students understand their political roots through questions on events they remember, their family, experiences, and influences that can help guide a class discussion on where our beliefs come from. Next is a 36-question quiz of major political issues to help students determine where on the political spectrum they would
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9th - 12th
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Selma Movie Guide Questions (Civil Rights, Martin Luther King)
This is a 45 open ended question movie guide for the powerful movie Selma, staring Oprah and David Oyelowo. This movie will ensure students are engaged through the entire movie. This movie is perfect for middle school or high school students. Excellent movie when teaching American History, Civil Rights, Jim Crow Laws, Voting, or Civics. This comes in pdf and google doc form, so this is perfect if you are doing distant learning (online learning, digital learning). No prep for teachers! Comes
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7th - 12th
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6 Principles of the Constitution Political Cartoon Analysis
This worksheet is aligned with standards to improve students' visual literacy. Students make note of both the symbols and the symbolism in cartoons. This package features James Madison's 6 Principles of the Constitution by asking students to analyze six different political cartoons each addressing a separate principle.
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Political Cartoon Analysis BLANK document wherein teachers may find and use other political cartoons throughout the school year.
6 Principles of the
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7th - 12th
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Constitution - Constitutional Convention and the Great Compromise
Resource includes an easy to understand explanation of the Great Compromise using visuals, which can normally be a difficult concept for students to understand. Resource also includes an assignment with three short response questions and three multiple choice questions. Can be used as a teaching guide, classwork, or homework.
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7th - 12th
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Comparing Constitutions 3.12: The U.S. vs. the Florida State Constitution Civics
Comparing Constitutions 3.12: The U.S. vs. the Florida State Constitution CivicsThis lesson provides a comparison between the U.S. Constitution and the Florida State Constitution. This lesson teaches students about the similarities include: both contain a preamble, articles, create three branches of government, and reflect separation of powers. Students will learn how Florida is on its sixth constitution with its current version established in 1968, and how slavery affected the number of version
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6th - 11th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle III
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