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4th grade civics resources for GATE
Cesar Chavez Day Power Point Presentation
Power Point Presentation, Cesar Chavez Day, Civil Rights, Human Rights, Pesticides, Fair Wages, Farms, Migrant Farmworkers, Mexican Americans, Chicano Studies, Ethnic Studies, Heroes, Social Justice, Multicultural Education, Holidays and Celebrations, Birthday, California, Arizona, Politics, US Government, Farm Workers, United Farmworkers Union, Latino, Dolores Huerta, Robert Kennedy, Spanish Language, Cultural studies
26 Slide Power Point Presentation on the Legacy of Cesar Chavez. This prese
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2nd - 12th
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
Constitution of the United States Activity Create a Class Constitution Week
Since Constitution Week is early in the school year, this resource is perfect for creating classroom community and celebrating our Constitution! In this set of two activities, students will work in small groups to do a gallery walk reading activity of an article about the structure of the Constitution. They'll answer questions as they move around. This is a very active lesson!After they've had this experience learning about the structure and purpose of the Constitution, they'll collaborate to dr
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Constitution Week Unit US Government Activities 4th Grade - 8th Grade
Argument Fallacies Guide & Task Cards
Welcome to the Logical Fallacies Exploration Packet! In this educational journey, we'll delve into the fascinating world of logical reasoning and critical thinking. Understanding logical fallacies is like putting on a pair of special glasses that reveal the hidden flaws in arguments. Logical fallacies are common errors in reasoning that can mislead and confuse us. They often appear in everyday conversations, advertisements, and even in academic discussions. This packet is designed to empower you
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4th - 7th
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Florida 7th Grade Civics SS.7.CG.1.9 Limiting Powers of the Government
In this simulation, students will delve into the core principles of the United States Constitution, exploring how it effectively limits government powers through mechanisms such as separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights, the rule of law, and due process of law. Through interactive role-playing activities, students will embody various stakeholders, including lawmakers, judges, law enforcement officers, citizens, and government officials, to examine and debate how the Constit
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3rd - 6th
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Dive into Nation Building: Create Your Own Country and Government System!
Unlock the imagination of your students in grades 4-6 with this engaging country creation project! Seamlessly aligned with social studies TEKS, this resource empowers young minds to conceptualize, research, and create their own country and government. From crafting local government structures to understanding the roles of state government, US government, and governments around the world, students explore a comprehensive spectrum of governance concepts. This resource is designed to spark imaginat
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4th - 6th
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4th Grade Social Studies Choice Boards - Perfect for Differentiation
Fourth grade teachers searching for engaging social studies activities, look no further! This resource includes 15 social studies choice boards aligned to common 4th grade social studies topics. Choice boards are excellent for differentiating your instruction for ALL students, including intervention and enrichment students! These choice boards are perfect for reviewing and extending what you've taught in class. Printable and digital versions are both included, and it's ready to be used!➡️ BUY TH
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4th
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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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State Government Activities Small Groups Upper Elementary Middle School
If you teach the function and structure of state government, this resource will deepen your students' experience. We'll use mixed groups and a gallery walk to keep the lesson lively.Three different activities will keep the pace moving quickly. No time to get bored here!Not only will students learn about state government, they'll also develop their group work skills.This How State Government Works resource includes:✅ Vocabulary Write activity sheet to accompany a video✅ Detailed teacher instructi
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4th - 6th
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'Design a 3-D Community' Project Based Learning PBL
With Design your own Community PBL, students will have the chance to apply their math skills in a real world context while also reviewing civics and important community values. They'll be able to use their creativity to design their own town, while learning about perimeter, area, and volume. This is a great product for building teamwork and problem solving skills!
Ethical Thinking CONUNDRUMS: Gifted and Talented K-6
Ethical Thinking CONUNDRUMS: Gifted and Talented K-6A conundrum is a difficult or confusing problem, when we couple them with ethics we can come up with some really curly questions that require kids to do a lot of thinking. Learning to think in ethical/moral ways is important. For gifted and talented students these types of questions can give them the opportunity to think deeply and explore all the possibilities. Answers can be black and white or some shade of grey in between. These tasks were d
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1st - 8th
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History: One Person = One Vote: History of Voting Rights in America
Students explore the history of voting in the United States. Using the timeline of voting rights (included), they will analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions about how this responsibility of citizenship has evolved. Students complete a creative project to demonstrate and share their learning.This challenging activity includes detailed, student-friendly Steps to Success that lead the learner through the process of creating a high-level, quality independent project. To add rigor and thoughtfulne
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3rd - 11th
Ethical Thinking Challenge Set 1 Gifted and Talented K-6
Ethical Thinking Challenge Set 1 Gifted and Talented K-6Learning to think in ethical/moral ways is important. For gifted and talented students these types of questions can give them the opportunity to think deeply and explore all the possibilities. Gifted kids enjoy this type of thinking and it is great to show them that different opinions are not just OK they are needed, and that answers can be black and white or some shade of grey in between. These tasks were designed for upper primary but I h
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K - 8th
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Election 2016: A Vocabulary Building Booklet
Election 2016: This vocabulary building booklet is made from 4 lunch-size paper bags, one piece of colored paper, and a rubber-band or pony-tail holder. Students will learn key election terminology and gain a new understanding of the election process.
This resource is perfect for stations or as part of a unit of study. Directions for creating the booklet are included. Students write their own meaning of key concepts. This booklet will surely become a keepsake for those who create one.
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3rd - 6th
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Where's Ben: Searching for the Constitution Task Cards
Where’s Ben? He's searching for the Constitution.
This activity can be done in class, with partners, as homework, or in a learning center.
The Constitution Clue cards provide connections and artifact ideas. Students search, document, and learn! Two versions are included to support different levels of learning. One version provides examples and the other includes a space for descriptions.
Use as a task card or a full-scale scavenger hunt!
Students document in journals or with pictures.
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3rd - 6th
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15 15-Minute Leadership Lessons for Elementary Gifted Students
This leadership packet is a GATE enrichment resource. Leadership is a gifted goal in many states. Let me take the pressure of you with 15 high-level Leadership lessons.Have you always wanted to teach your top 10% leadership lessons? Now you have a great way to incorporate leadership activities into your classroom. This packet has everything.Included in the packet is:A pack of 15 15-minute, high level leadership lessons. Each one building on the previous lesson to cover all aspects of studen
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4th - 6th
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Multiple Intelligences: Story #6 - Crazy Laws
Power-Up your classroom with BYTES Power Smarts! In this sixth story of the series, find out how 8-Bit uses his Logic Power Smarts to try to understand some crazy laws like the one in New Jersey that says you can’t throw spoiled pickles in the street!BYTES Power Smarts stories are designed for elementary age children to help them learn about their multiple intelligences (Power Smarts®). By using their Power Smarts, students will improve their strengths and talents, thus building self-esteem an
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3rd - 6th
Ethical Thinking Challenge Set 2: Gifted and Talented K-6
Ethical Thinking Challenge Set 2: Gifted and Talented K-6Learning to think in ethical/moral ways is important. For gifted and talented students these types of questions can give them the opportunity to think deeply and explore all the possibilities. Answers can be black and white or some shade of grey in between. These tasks were designed for upper primary but I have used them with younger grades as a warm-up to enrichment lessons. High school students will enjoy the scope of these challenges.Th
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K - 8th
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Campaign Headquarters
Students in grades 2-5 will take an adventure into politics by deciding what the important issues are on Chocolate Island. This simulation gives students the opportunity to experience creating their own island with political parties, symbols, and platforms on various important issues. This age appropriate activity gives students a lens into the political world in a creative and fun way! There are several pages that can be laminated and posted on an interactive bulletin board or in a learning cen
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2nd - 6th
Multiple Intelligence: Creativity for Story #6 - Crazy Laws
Power-Up your classroom with BYTES Power Smarts! This Creativity (creative activity) can be used after students read Story #6 - Crazy Laws.BYTES Power Smarts Creativities are designed to accompany BYTES Power Smarts stories and Pixel Adventures. The stories and Creativities help elementary age children learn about their multiple intelligences (Power Smarts). By using their Power Smarts, students will improve their strengths and talents, thus building self-esteem and confidence. Power Smarts a
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3rd - 6th
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State Research Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer keeps state research organized for learners. The questions and spaces for answering allow learners to maintain their focus and find relevant information. The questions are written in such a way as to make the graphic organizers usable for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Upon completing the research students can create a brochure, give a presentation, make a poster, or any multitude of ideas to wrap up and showcase their learning.
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3rd - 5th
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US President Logic Puzzle
FREE DownloadTry one of our unique table logic puzzles for free and see how much fun you can have when we blend US history content knowledge with critical thinking skills. This challenging 5x5x5 brainteaser weaves together little-known facts about five historical US presidential elections and their landslide electoral college victories. Using close reading and deductive reasoning skills, students will successfully solve the table logic problem. As a bonus, students come away also learning fun fa
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4th - 8th
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