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Civics Common Core WHST.6-8.2a resources
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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#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
Types of Governments 6-E Intro Unit BUNDLE | FUN Government Resources | Google
This Intro to Types of Governments Unit Bundle has everything needed to keep your classes engaged! The guided lessons are FUN for students & the 6-E teaching model is easy for you to use. The materials focus on identifying types of limited & unlimited governments and comparing & contrasting political systems. Each resource includes a Teacher Reference Guide to help you easily plan. Your purchase has print & digital, interactive versions of the materials. Made for in-class learnin
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5th - 12th
Examine Types of Governments 6-E Lesson and Practice Activities | Microsoft
This lesson examines & compares the various forms of government used by nations around the world. The activities are engaging for students & the guided, 5-E format is easy for you to use! Begin with a fun “4 Pics, 1 Word” warm-up, then review the differences between limited & unlimited governments with a classify activity. Next, students fill-in a graphic organizer comparing the characteristics of each type of government system. Three unique practice activities provide opportunities
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5th - 12th
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United States Civics and Government BUNDLE of Interactive Activities and Lessons
Grab my complete U.S. Civics bundle now at a discounted rate! These low-to-no prep resources are perfect for 6th, 7th, 8th, and even 9th-grade classrooms! ***PLEASE SEE THE INDIVIDUAL PEAR DECK SLIDES FOR DIRECTIONS. YOU MUST HAVE THE ADD-ON IN GOOGLE SLIDES TO USE!******BRAINPOP SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED FOR BRAINPOP ACTIVITIES***Included Resources:⭐ Bill of Rights Create a Comic Book Google Slides Pear Deck⭐ What Is Civics Introduction to Civic Engagement Pear Deck Google Slides⭐ United States Con
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6th - 8th
Executive Branch President Activity Stations Election 2024
Make the Constitution come alive with this executive branch resource. This resource contains everything you need to successfully teach Article 2 of the Constitution. This student-centered resource makes learning about the executive branch engaging and meaningful. Students will circulate through six stations to cover excerpts from the sections of Article 2 of the Constitution. The resource includes a detailed teacher's guide that explains the activity. When students finish completing the statio
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8th - 9th
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Also included in: Election 2024 and Executive Branch President Biden Trump Bundle
8th Grade U.S. History: Rights & Responsibilities of U.S. Citizens COMPLETE Unit
This 8th Grade U.S. History Lesson Plan Unit comes with EVERYTHING that you'll need to teach your 8th graders all about the Rights & Responsibilities of U.S. Citizens! These amazing resources are 100% completely ready to use for both in-person and online distance learning via Google Apps and have been successfully used thousands of students! **BE SURE TO CLICK THE PRODUCT PREVIEW TO GET A SNEAK PEEK OF THE INCREDIBLE RESOURCES WE'RE SO PROUD TO OFFER WITH THIS UNIT!!**The incredible resource
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8th
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Also included in: 8th Grade U.S. History YEAR-LONG Curriculum Bundle!! | Google Apps
Legislative Branch Congress Constitution Station Activities
Make the Constitution come alive with this legislative branch resource. This resource contains everything you need to successfully teach Article 1 of the Constitution. This student-centered resource makes learning about the legislative branch engaging and meaningful. Students will circulate through eight stations to cover excerpts from all ten sections of the first article of the Constitution. The resource includes a detailed teacher's guide that explains the activity. Students will improve ski
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Constitution Branches of Government Activities and Stations
Constitution and Bill of Rights Unit: Activities & Projects Bundle
Activities and projects come with specific directions, requirements, rubrics and answer keys (when necessary). Students will have the opportunity to work collaboratively and/or individually to complete the following assignments:✓Washington, D.C. Travel Brochure✓Real Estate Advertisement or Commercial for Washington, D.C.✓Constitutional Convention Classroom Debates✓Redesign the Dollar to Represent the Preamble✓Biography Poem About James Madison✓Three Branches of Government Graphic Organizers✓Crea
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6th - 8th
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First Amendment Project Bill of Rights
Your students have been hired to redesign the dollar bill to reflect the five freedoms of the first amendment, including the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition. Using a combination of writing, illustrations and designs, students will capture the main ideas of each of the five freedoms. Additionally, students will have an opportunity to learn about the phrases and symbols of the U.S. currency.Included in the Resource: ✓Detailed directions with seven requirements✓Rubric✓Fo
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6th - 8th
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Athens, Rome, Enlightenment, Magna Carta, Etc. Influences of the U.S. Government
There were many ideas that influenced the development of the U.S. Constitution and the establishment of the government. The following topics, activities and projects are included in the bundle:✓The Democracy of Classical Athens: Reading Passages and Projects✓The Government in the Roman Republic: Reading Passages and Projects✓The Influence of Enlightenment Thinkers on the U.S. Government: Reading Passages and Activities✓The Magna Carta: Create a Book Cover✓The Magna Carta: Student Talk Show✓The
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6th - 8th
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What is a cult? Sect Religion Critical Thinking Middle School Lesson
What is a cult and critical thinking Lesson . Middle School Lesson Pack. RSE Editable PowerPoint, Lesson Assessment, Student Resources, Signposting to extra support services. Bonus Mindfulness Activity and much more.Some of the terms explored: Cult, tradition, religion, Values, manipulation, coercion , Critical thinking,Learning Outcomes:To define the word cultTo explain why people may be attracted to these groups and some of the dangers of these groupsTo evaluate the difference between a cult a
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: British Values and Human Rights
3 Three Branches of Government Constitution Choice Board
This choice board resource provides students with fun and engaging projects to demonstrate their learning about the three branches (Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches) of the U.S. government. Providing students with choices in the classroom is a sure way to excite them and capture their attention about the topics at hand. This comprehensive resource includes six low-prep and interactive projects for students to choose from. Each project is explained on printables that are broken dow
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6th - 8th
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Write a School Bill Law Legislative Branch Congress Constitution Civics
Your students have the opportunity to assume the role of lawmakers and participate in the legislative process to write a school bill. Members of Congress write bills which are sometimes passed into laws by the president. Now it is your students' turn to write a bill that their teacher or principal may pass into school “law.” Student bills will be modeled after the structure of a Congressional bill.Included in the Resource:✓ Clear directions and requirements✓ Options for bill topics✓ Brainstorm p
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7th - 9th
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The Bill of Rights 10 Ten Amendments Choice Board Projects
This choice board resource provides students with fun and engaging projects to demonstrate their learning about the the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Providing students with choices in the classroom is a sure way to excite them and capture their attention about the topics at hand. This comprehensive resource includes six low-prep and interactive projects for students to choose from. Each project is explained on printables that are broken down into manageabl
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6th - 8th
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Election 2020 Complete Unit Bundle: Activities, Templates & Projects
We are deep into the election season, but how well do your students really know the candidates, the issues and the roles of the president? This bundle gives your students the opportunity to explore all of that in a student-centered, engaging and fun way! Please note that this unit will be updated as election changes occur (such as if a candidate drops out). Debate and inauguration resources will be added as we get deeper into the election season.
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6th - 9th
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Middle School Early United States History Interactive Lessons BUNDLE
Explore Early United States History in an engaging and interactive way with Pear Decks and other interactive mediums! Follow my TeachersPayTeachers store to stay updated with new resources as I create them for my classes. Check for updates under the "My Purchases" page to ensure that you always have access to the latest resources.This bundle includes:⭐ 8th Grade United States History Pacing Guide FREEBIE with Suggested Activities⭐ Atlantic Slave Trade / Middle Passage Pear Deck Google Slides⭐ Ca
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6th - 8th
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What are Human Rights? Lesson
What ate Human Rights? Lesson . Middle School Lesson Pack. RSE Editable PowerPoint, Lesson Assessment, Student Resources, Signposting to extra support services. Bonus Mindfulness Activity and much more.Some of the terms explored: UDHR 148, Council of Europe, ECHR, ECtHR, United Nations, HRA 1998 Rights, ResponsibilitiesLearning Outcomes:I can name a range of Human RightsI understand the origins of Human RightsI understand how Human rights are protectedAssessment Outcomes:I can spot fake news I u
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Exploring British Values - High School Unit
3 Branches of Government Research Project Graphic Organizers
Having students do research projects about the three branches of government can be a great supplement to a United States Constitution unit. This slide deck provides graphic organizers and topic lists with links to website that will help students organize their research about major legislative actions, U.S. presidents, and landmark Supreme Court Cases. These graphic organizers are perfect for middle school and high school social studies, history, and government classes.Includes:Graphic organizer
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Also included in: US Constitution Resources Bundle
A full year of curriculum - complete 10 unit bundle, US history 1492-1877
This bundle contains an entire year of curriculum in 10 units, covering Columbus through Reconstruction. Each unit includes text, activities, games, PowerPoints, study guides, daily quizzes, projects, assessments, answer sheets, and a teacher’s manual. Also included is the complete textbook upon which the units are based. Descriptions of each unit are below: 1. This 19 day complete unit examines the tragedy and triumphs of the first European explorer/colonists in the New World, focusing on Colum
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7th - 12th
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Civics: Constitution and Bill of Rights - Five Fun Projects and Activities
This resource includes five activities and projects that will engage your students during your Civics units on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. These creative, print and go resources are a sure way to increase student engagement, keep them motivated, and practice critical thinking and writing skills. Each resource contains step-by-step directions that are broken into manageable chunks that make the requirements accessible to all students. Plus, planning guides, templates, and detailed ru
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6th - 8th
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Southern Colonies Guided Notes & PowerPoint
Introducing our comprehensive educational resource: "Southern Colonies Guided Notes and PowerPoint!" This meticulously crafted package is designed to captivate both educators and students, making the learning experience about the Southern colonies engaging and insightful. Whether you're a history teacher searching for the perfect tool to enrich your classroom or a student eager to delve into the fascinating history of early American settlements, this resource is your gateway to a wealth of knowl
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7th - 10th
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Desert Island Project - Making Decision Life Skills Lesson
Desert Island Project - Making Decisions . Middle School Lesson Pack. Editable PowerPoint, Lesson Assessment, Student Resources, Signposting to extra support services. Bonus Mindfulness Activity and much more.Some of the terms explored: Baptism, Brit Milah, Aqueeqah, Priorities, Survival, ceremony Learning Outcomes:I could survive on a desert Island I understand how to be a good team playerI understand how birth is celebrated by different religionsAssessment Outcomes:I could survive on a desert
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Law, Crime & Society - Middle School Unit
Presidents Day Writing Activity: How to Write a Letter to the President ⭐ Civics
Formal Letter Writing Unit: How to Write a Letter to Politicians: This complete letter writing unit will equip your students with basic skills that will last them a lifetime. From addressing the envelope to content to formatting, this resource has you covered. Perfect for high school and middle school civics, social studies, history classes, citizenship, and adult education! Check out the preview to see each page of the resource!This resource is perfect for Presidents Day, but it is always rel
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9th - 12th
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