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Free 8th grade government handouts
13 Original British Colonies Blank Map
This is a map of the original 13 British Colonies that is blank and able to be filled out by students. The directions also state that students are to color the three regions and include a key and compass rose on their maps. Great way for the students to learn about the 13 Original colonies.
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5th - 12th
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Three Branches of Government & Constitution Project: Help Wanted Ad
Students create a Help Wanted Ad to find qualified people to become the president, senator, representative or Supreme Court justice. This activity really helps government and the U.S. Constitution come alive for students! It also helps students develop the skill of using evidence in their writing, along with incorporating their creative touches. The resource includes specific requirements and a rubric. Related Resources:Presidential Election 2020 Complete UnitLegislative Branch StationsLegis
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Constitution and Bill of Rights Unit: Activities & Projects Bundle
Three Branches of Government Trifold Handout
This is a simple handout that can be used to teach the basic functions of the three branches of government. It could also be paired with another sheet and transformed into a foldable.
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4th - 12th
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Electoral College vs. Popular Vote
Electoral College. Popular Vote.Key words include:⭐ Representative Democracy⭐ Popular vote⭐ Electors⭐ Electoral College This PowerPoint presentation examines:► What exactly is the popular vote?► Using the Bush/Gore election to show how winning the popular vote doesn’t mean you’re a winner!► What are electors and how are they chosen?► How are the number of electors determined in each state?► How do electors vote and how many are needed to win an election?► Students are asked if they think the Ele
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6th - 9th
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Bill of Rights and Principles of Government Mini-Book
Create a mini-book with your students over the Bill of Rights and the Principles of Government. Your students can make this book in under 10 minutes, and then you can use it for review with a variety of games.A video link will be provided in the resource with directions for how to make the mini-book. ➬Customer Tips:How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases: • Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback button. Simpl
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Government Activities for 5th Grade Social Studies
Westward Expansion Map (Timeline, Poster, Anchor Chart, Quote, Definition)
Teach Westward Expansion with a vibrant anchor chart. The chart includes a Westward Expansion Timeline, Map of Westward Expansion Growth in the United States, definition of Manifest Destiny, and a quote by John O'Sullivan (1845).Great for 5th grade to Middle School!There are MANY uses for this Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny Anchor Chart in a Social Studies classroom. Paste the image into a PowerPoint/slide.Print and distribute to students to store in their binders/notes.Hang in the clas
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Poster Pack
Articles of Confederation vs. Constitution Graphic Organizer and Answer Key
Social Studies - Distance Learning- Remote Learning- Online Learning ResourcesThis worksheet is part of the United States History Curriculum Graphic Organizer Bundle with Answer Keys: United States History Curriculum Graphic Organizer Bundle with Answer Keys Articles of Confederation vs. Constitution Graphic Organizer and Answer KeyGet More for Less!- This worksheet is part of the Articles of Confederation and Constitution Worksheet Packet Bundle with Answer Keys Articles of Confederation and Co
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5th - 11th
Capitalism vs Communism Worksheet
What's the difference between capitalism and communism? This worksheet reviews the key factors in easy to understand, middle school terms. Students will cut out terms and place them into the correct category, then using the results, determine which philosophy they think is best. Worksheet emphasizes categorization skills, as well as critical thinking skills.
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6th - 9th
Branches of the Government Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer can be used to help students gather information about each of the three branches of the government as well as how each branch helps keep the other two branches in check. The organizer can be modified for a number of grade levels, based on how much detail you require students to include about each branch.
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3rd - 12th
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Types and Systems of Government Word Search
Looking to add some rigor to your word search?Download this free types and systems of government word search puzzle to use in your classroom!Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website to sign up for free weekly newsletters and access to exclusive freebies!This resource aligns with the following standardsSS.7.C.3.1 Types of government SS.7.C.3.2 Systems of Government***************************************************************
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5th - 12th
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Kids Discover Infographic: The Bill of Rights
This free Infographic is designed for our American History, Constitution Unit, which is available online at https://online.kidsdiscover.com/unit/constitution.Whether you're teaching in-person or from a remote classroom, share this Infographic with your students to breakdown the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution. Use as a printable for students to look at individually or display on a larger scale to use as an anchor chart.Thank you for making KIDS DISCOVER a part of your class
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3rd - 8th
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Country Report Research Template
Country research report project template!
This template is everything you need in one sheet for a complete country report. The template will work with any country. Students are encouraged to find information and make reporting decisions. I
The report template includes:
✔ Identify country on a world map
✔ Draw and Color the country flag
✔ 3 Large, fact reporting blocks.
✔ Lined spaces for students to use
✔ Geographic Features blocks. Students can write, draw and describe in one location.
✔ Foo
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3rd - 8th
Kids Discover Infographic: 3 Branches of the US Government
This free Infographic is designed for our American History, How America Works Unit, which is available online at https://online.kidsdiscover.com/unit/how-america-worksWhether you're teaching in-person or from a remote classroom, share this Infographic with your students to highlight the 3 branches of the United States Government: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. Use as a printable for students to look at individually or display on a larger scale to use as an anchor chart.Thank you for makin
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3rd - 8th
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Kids Discover Infographic: How a Bill Becomes a Law
This free Infographic is designed for our American History, How America Works Unit, which is available online at https://online.kidsdiscover.com/unit/how-america-works.Whether you're teaching in-person or from a remote classroom, share this Infographic with your students to teach how a bill becoming a law requires a lengthy process, and many bills don’t make it through. Use as a printable for students to look at individually or display on a larger scale to use as an anchor chart.Thank you for ma
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3rd - 8th
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Detailed Bill to Law Flowchart
This item presents a detailed flowchart of the bill to law process. While many charts only list the basic steps, this one adds additional information students will need to know about the process. For instance, it lists the options committees have when they they receive a bill and explains the purpose of conference committees. Great reference sheet for both regular U.S. Government and Advanced Government students and may be used across multiple grade levels. Please note: this handout is legal siz
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7th - 12th
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Slavery: The Compromise of 1850 - Fugitive Slave Law
Compromise of 1850. Fugitive Slave Law of 1850Key words include:⭐ Compromise of 1850⭐ Fugitive Slave Law of 1850⭐ Fugitive⭐ Civil War This PowerPoint presentation examines:► Why California is a problem when it asks to be admitted into the Union► Examining why it was so important in Congress to maintain a balance of free and slave states► Henry Clay and John Calhoun and their differing ideas about slavery► The five areas of the Compromise of 1850► Slave Codes and their impact on the slave populat
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6th - 9th
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CNN 10 - Daily News Worksheet
Keep your students engaged during CNN 10 Daily News. CNN 10 is a wonderful resource for introducing current events to your classroom.
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3rd - 12th
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John, Paul, George, & Ben
This is a reading comprehension guide to go along with the popular book "John, Paul, George, and Ben." There are 109 questions that ask students to refer back to the text. This would be a perfect addition to your sub tub or if you need to occupy your students for a long period of time during their study of the American Revolution.
*No answer key included!
Key Words Included: John Hancock, Paul Revere, George Washington, Ben Franklin, John, Paul, George, and Ben, Key Figures & Major Event
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3rd - 8th
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Am I a Democrat or a Republican? (Survey/Worksheet)
This quick survey helps middle school and high school students understand the difference between Democrats and Republicans on a number of important issues. The questionnaire makes for an excellent discussion piece in Social Studies, History, and Government classrooms, and offers a perfect activity during election season.
Students are provided with two statements (one Democrat perspective and one Republican perspective) regarding 12 controversial political issues. Students should not be told
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6th - 12th
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Three Branches of Government Tree
Simple handout with the three branches of government listed on branches of a cartoon tree. This handout could be used to list the purposes of each branch, the people who are members of each branch, or any other way you see fit.
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4th - 12th
Thomas Paine Common Sense Interview Worksheet with Questions and Answer Key
Thomas Paine Common Sense Interview Worksheet with Questions and Answer Key Students are provided with background information and then an interview that could have taken place between reporters and Thomas Paine. This is a fun activity to have students read aloud. Get more for less!! This worksheet is part of the Causes of the American Revolution BundleCauses of the American Revolution Bundle with Answer Keys United States History
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Common Sense Bundle with Answer Key
Constitution Vocabulary Practice - Worksheet
Students will practice using "Constitution"-related vocabulary (20 words on this list) by writing synonyms, writing complete sentences using words, drawing pictures of words, and writing news headlines with words. Some example words are: bill, veto, amend, impeach, override, federalism, confederation, tranquility, appeal, and ratify. (I also sell lots of other Constitution-related worksheets, study guides, tests, and PowerPoints.)
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5th - 11th
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Distance Learning: Economic Systems Graphic Organizer Table
This simple graphic organizer allow students to compare and contrast different economic systems. This allows them to see how societies and governments organize and distribute goods and services within a region or country. Students are able to identify the economic system by understanding who regulates or controls the means of production. Students can analyze different economic systems and determine if it is a free enterprise system, a controlled market, or a mixed economy by researching the ow
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Economic Systems - US Government & Citizenship
FREE GREAT DEPRESSION GRAPHIC ORGANIZER: Causes, themes, Dust Bowl, New Deal
This download comes in PDF, RTF and MS Word formats and is designed to accompany the unit described below. It is conveniently compacted to one page, front and back. Enjoy!
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Great-Depression-ALL-4-PARTS-visual-textual-engaging-EPIC-100-slide-PPT-696578
This series of PowerPoint slides contains an abundance of primary and secondary sources, maps, graphs, quotations, links to videos, assignments, activities, writing prompts and much, much more. enjoy!
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8th - 12th
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