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Women's History: Alice Paul and the 19th Amendment PowerPoint
My students love this PowerPoint on the Women's Suffrage Movement. The following topics are covered:Early Suffrage Movement in the United StatesSeneca FallsSuffrage Movement in EnglandAlice PaulProtests and Imprisonment of SuffragettesWomen and WWIPassage of the 19th AmendmentThe PowerPoint is 80 slides; it usually takes two class periods for my students to cover the information. The PowerPoint includes questions for students to discuss and answer. The Powerpoint works great when complimented wi
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7th - 12th
Alice Paul and the 19th Amendment Worksheet: Great Reading
This worksheet allows students learn about the protests in front of the White House by Alice Paul and other suffragettes. I use this worksheet to give students a stronger understanding of politics and people behind the 19th Amendment. My students love this worksheet and many students want to learn more about the protests and arrests of the suffragettes. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is print off the reading from the following website for classroom use or direct students
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6th - 12th
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World Politics BIG BOOK Gr. 5-8
Get a global understanding of governments and world leaders with our World Politics 3-book BUNDLE. About this Resource: Start off with a look at twelve of the most interesting World Political Leaders from the past two centuries. Learn about Margaret Thatcher's role in ending apartheid in South Africa. Read about how Volodymyr Zelenskyy went from being an actor and comedian to the President of Ukraine. Then, become a voting expert with a clear understanding of World Electoral Processes. Explore t
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12
Canadian Governments and Elections Gr. 5-8
Our unit takes the mundane and makes it marvelous.
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Students learn more about government in Canada that the average parent does in a lifetime. An information-based section focuses on important concepts pertaining to government in Canada, and includes related assignments that build a foundation for student knowledge. This is followed by optional lessons that add flexibility to the unit. Finally, our unit is completed with a trio of major projects — Election Campaign Manager
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5th - 8th
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Canada's Federal Election Bundle! Google Slides & Printables!
Ten Lessons complete this bundle:Introduction to ElectionsElections in CanadaThe Chief Electoral Officer & Calling an ElectionCanada's ConstituenciesThe Right to VoteHow do we vote?Political PartiesThe Election CampaignDeclaring a winner & Referendums & ElectionsElection First in Canada & Interesting FactsThese lessons can be teacher-directed for a group of students or used individually for students reading at or above grade level.Teacher notes, reading information and follow-up
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5th
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Legislative Branch of the Government
How are the rules made? What is Congress' role? What are the differences between the two Houses? Students discover the answers as they participate in challenging activities, simulate a mock Congress and examine historical documents.
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4th - 8th
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World Electoral Processes: A Dictatorship Government Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "A Dictatorship Government Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan World Electoral Processes Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Become a voting expert with a clear understanding of the election process. Our resource breaks down the differences between a presidential, parliamentary and dictatorship government. Travel back to ancient times to experience the first voting system. Explore the concept of a democratic government and whether it truly represents the people. Discover
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5th - 8th
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Monticello
Most people agree that Thomas Jefferson was a genius.  He holds a firm place as one of the greatest Americans in history.  How much do your students know about this author of the Declaration of Independence and former President of the United States?  This book will help them understand why he is so important to our country’s political history.  They will study his early life, his fondness for gadgets, his contributions to the American Revolution, his theory of government, the ups and downs of hi
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4th - 8th
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Chicago 7 Riot Trial 1968 Vietnam War William Kuntsler Yippies Abbie Hoffman
The Chicago 7 Trial took place because of the altercations between the police and the protestors who showed up for the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The ongoing Vietnam War was the basis of the altercation. The trial was a piece of high drama with Bobby Seal bound and gagged in the courtroom and with Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Ruben staging theatrical protests. The appeals court set aside all convictions from the trial.These materials are very flexible and entertaining. They are
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Capitalism vs. Communism: A Communist Political Economy Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "A Communist Political Economy Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan Capitalism vs. Communism Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Discover the rise of Capitalism from the Great Depression through the Cold War. Our resource explores the differences between a Capitalistic, Communist and Globalization economy. Step into the Dust Bowl era and experience the hardships of the Great Depression. Explain how the New Deal helped the United States recover during this dismal time. Trav
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5th - 8th
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Presidential Election Day History Bingo President's Day Digital Activity
Get your students engaged and excited about Presidents Day, and the history of presidential elections, with this interactive and educational Election Day Bingo on Google Slides! Featuring historical facts about past Presidents, this Bingo game is a fun way to teach students about all of the past presidents of the United States!This Bingo game is perfect for in-person or remote learning and can be customized for any grade level or subject!NO PREP NEEDED! This activity and game are all set-up for
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7th - 10th
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World Political Leaders Gr. 5-8
Get the scoop on twelve of the most interesting World Political Leaders from the past two centuries. Our resource reviews the global impact of these leaders while making these concepts more accessible to students.About this Resource: Begin your journey in the United States with a look at the leadership of George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Compare Bush's war on terrorism with Obama's response to the war in Iraq. Journey down south with a stop in Mexico, where Vicente Fox acted as mediator between
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â World Politics BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
Capitalism vs. Communism Gr. 5-8
Discover the rise of Capitalism from the Great Depression through the Cold War. Our resource explores the differences between a Capitalistic, Communist and Globalization economy.About this Resource: Step into the Dust Bowl era and experience the hardships of the Great Depression. Explain how the New Deal helped the United States recover during this dismal time. Travel back to the Industrial Revolution and find out why people became more interested in Communism as a result of these changes. Reco
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â World Politics BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
World Electoral Processes Gr. 5-8
Become a voting expert with a clear understanding of the election process. Our resource breaks down the differences between a presidential, parliamentary and dictatorship government. About this Resource: Travel back to ancient times to experience the first voting system. Explore the concept of a democratic government and whether it truly represents the people. Discover how the president has to share powers with the legislature in a presidential system. Explain why it is easier to pass laws in t
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â World Politics BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions
In the middle of the nineteenth century women's rights became a cause for which many women were willing to fight. The Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, New York, in 1848 was the first attack in a battle that would last for many years. Through an examination of the declaration written and signed at that conference and a variety of other activities, students will discover the impact of that event on their lives today. They will also gain insight by studying a suffrage campaign song a
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4th - 8th
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Capitalism vs. Communism: A Capitalistic Political Economy Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "A Capitalistic Political Economy Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan Capitalism vs. Communism Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Discover the rise of Capitalism from the Great Depression through the Cold War. Our resource explores the differences between a Capitalistic, Communist and Globalization economy. Step into the Dust Bowl era and experience the hardships of the Great Depression. Explain how the New Deal helped the United States recover during this dismal time. T
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5th - 8th
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World Electoral Processes: Parliamentary System of Government Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Parliamentary System of Government Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan World Electoral Processes Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Become a voting expert with a clear understanding of the election process. Our resource breaks down the differences between a presidential, parliamentary and dictatorship government. Travel back to ancient times to experience the first voting system. Explore the concept of a democratic government and whether it truly represents the people.
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5th - 8th
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World Politics BIG BOOK - BUNDLE
Get a global understanding of governments and world leaders with our World Politics 3-book BUNDLE. About this Resource: Start off with a look at twelve of the most interesting World Political Leaders from the past two centuries. Learn about Margaret Thatcher's role in ending apartheid in South Africa. Read about how Volodymyr Zelenskyy went from being an actor and comedian to the President of Ukraine. Then, become a voting expert with a clear understanding of World Electoral Processes. Explore t
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5th - 8th
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Everyday Law for Young Citizens
This practical, down-to-earth approach to the law will be an important tool in your classroom. Included are questions and answers to explain the basic principles of law, criminal law, lawmaking, law enforcement, judging the law and constitutional law. Twenty-two hypothetical cases on topics of concern to young people give instruction in what the law says and invite student opinion and discussion.
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5th - 9th
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World Electoral Processes: Presidential System of Government Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "Presidential System of Government Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan World Electoral Processes Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Become a voting expert with a clear understanding of the election process. Our resource breaks down the differences between a presidential, parliamentary and dictatorship government. Travel back to ancient times to experience the first voting system. Explore the concept of a democratic government and whether it truly represents the people. D
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5th - 8th
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Star Spangled Banner
There are about as many people who know the remarkable history behind our national anthem as can actually sing it. Take your students back to the battle at Fort McHenry and reveal the true meaning and importance of this famous poem. Includes crosswords, mapping activities and comprehension Q and As.
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4th - 8th
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Franklin D. Roosevelt's Four Freedoms Speech
An up-close and personal view of one of the most powerful leaders of the twentieth century. Study the Great Depression, explore the causes of WWII and the rise of fascism and examine the impact Roosevelt's famous speech had on saving democracy around the world. Includes activities, charts, maps and time lines.
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4th - 8th
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World Electoral Processes: History of the Voting System Gr. 5-8
**This is the chapter slice "History of the Voting System Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan World Electoral Processes Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Become a voting expert with a clear understanding of the election process. Our resource breaks down the differences between a presidential, parliamentary and dictatorship government. Travel back to ancient times to experience the first voting system. Explore the concept of a democratic government and whether it truly represents the people. Discov
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5th - 8th
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Capitalism vs. Communism: The Rise of Capitalism in the Late 19th Century Gr.5-8
**This is the chapter slice "The Rise of Capitalism in the Late 19th Century and Following the Great Depression Gr. 5-8" from the full lesson plan Capitalism vs. Communism Gr. 5-8**About the FULL RESOURCE:Discover the rise of Capitalism from the Great Depression through the Cold War. Our resource explores the differences between a Capitalistic, Communist and Globalization economy. Step into the Dust Bowl era and experience the hardships of the Great Depression. Explain how the New Deal helped th
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5th - 8th
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