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Civics Common Core RH.9-10.5 resources
Civics and American Government Curriculum Bundle: Projects, Activities & Lessons
This amazing, digital download includes over 300 amazing resources for teaching Civics or American Government! Each unit is fully planned out for you from beginning to end and filled with engaging projects, PowerPoints with guided notes, readings, interactive notebook pages, digital Google Drive activities, and so much more. In all, you get 11 complete units for a full Civics course: Introduction to GovernmentFoundations of American GovernmentThe ConstitutionPolitical Parties & ElectionsThe
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7th - 10th
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Divine Right, Absolutism, and the Enlightenment Primary Source Analysis
This primary source analysis activity on Divine Right is an excellent higher-order thinking resource for a unit on Absolute Monarchs or the Enlightenment! The activity includes 2 primary source excerpts. The first is from England's King James I. In it, he details his reasoning for why Divine Right is justified and why Kings are like Gods on Earth. The second source is from John Locke's Two Treatises of Government and explains why Absolutism is not a fair government and why power can only come fr
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8th - 11th
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Fake News and the Media Lesson Plan
This lesson plan on "Fake News" and the media is an important one for any social studies or Civics class! The download includes a complete lesson plan with a warm up, PowerPoint, cooperative learning activity, homework, and more! The lesson starts off with 4 glaring examples of fake news that students analyze. Following this is a PowerPoint overview of the role of the media in society, identifying bias, and what really is fake news. A guided notes outline worksheet AND graphic organizer for this
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8th - 11th
Civics Mega Bundle, Government MEGA BUNDLE (Civics & Government Curriculum)
This CIVICS and GOVERNMENT MEGA BUNDLE includes EVERYTHING you will need to plan for an engaging year in your CIVICS or GOVERNMENT classroom in PRINT & with GOOGLE LINKS! Students will explore Government and Civics concepts including U.S. Facts and Symbols, Background of Government, Types of Government, New Nation, The Constitution, Legislative Branch, Executive Branch, Judicial Branch, Constitutional Rights and Freedoms, Citizenship, American Law, Politics, Voting, Elections, Public Opinion
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7th - 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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Political Parties Lesson Plan
This lesson on Political Parties in America is an excellent overview of their purpose, history, and role in American Government. The download includes everything you need for an engaging 1 or 2-day lesson on Political Parties for your Civics or American Government class. First is an engaging PowerPoint and guided notes set that covers everything students need to know about political parties in America and their history. It includes a warm up and exit ticket along with teacher notes and fantasti
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7th - 10th
Street Law Powerpoint Notes
The Street Law Powerpoint Notes were created to supplement the 8th edition of the Street Law textbook, published by Glencoe and Street Law, Inc. The guided notes help students process the key information in each chapter of the textbook. A series of slides has been created to supplement the key chapters in the textbook (1-2, 5-16, 18-20, 23-24, 26, 29, 31-32, 34, 39, 42) and introduce students to the key content from each of the 6 units of the textbook (1- Introduction to the Legal System, 2 - Cr
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9th - 12th
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American Government and Civics: Types and Systems of Government Unit Bundle
A complete engaging unit on types and systems of government. This Bundle includes resources on types and systems of government. If you are looking for activities and lessons for this fundamental component of American government, you have found the right resource! This bundle includes:2 Power points (Notes for types and systems of government) Foldables (gummy bear foldable)Writing Activities(differentiated activities and writing prompts)Gallery Walk Exit SlipsPost-it Note Activities Want access t
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6th - 12th
Street Law Reading Guides
The Street Law Reading Guides were created to supplement the 8th edition of the Street Law textbook, published by Glencoe and Street Law, Inc. The guided worksheets help students process the key information in each chapter of the textbook. A series of questions has been created to supplement the key chapters in the textbook (1-2, 5-16, 18-20, 23-24, 26, 29, 31-32, 34, 39, 42) and introduce students to the key content from each of the 6 units of the textbook (1- Introduction to the Legal System,
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9th - 12th
Complete Essential Facts for VA SOL Civics & Economics
This product includes EVERYTHING students must know for the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Test. Essential Facts are the most EFFECTIVE study tool for students preparing for their standardized testing. I know this from experience and in the past 5 years I have personally improved my schools Civics and Economics test scores by a substantial margin. I used this strategy with the lowest performing group of students in my school and our SOL pass rate improved from 75% to 96%. Last year I had a
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Year Long American / United States History Curriculum (Google)
United States History Year-Long Curriculum Unit Plans and Lesson Plans with activities, projects, Power Points, worksheets, bell ringers, and MORE!An entire YEAR worth of unit plans and lessons plans for American History. Units/ Topics include:1. Early America United States History Unit2. Founding of American (Revolution and Constitution) 3. Westward Expansion and Sectionalism Unit Plan4. The Civil War U.S. History Unit (Google Compatible)5. The United States Gilded Age Unit (Google Compatible)6
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5th - 12th
Declaration of Independence Break-Up Letter
Help your students understand the content and structure of the Declaration of Independence, and comprehend its content in a fun and original way!
This writing activity prompts your students to play the role of the colonies "breaking up" with England or King George III. Rubric, graphic organizer, and detailed instructions included.
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8th - 11th
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American Civics / Government Workbook
mmerse students in the world of American Civics with this meticulously crafted workbook, thoughtfully aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies. Each chapter presents a deep dive into essential topics, offering a rich reading guide, engaging worksheets adorned with captivating graphic organizers, and immersive hands-on activities. Perfectly suited for both homeschooling and classroom settings, this workbook covers crucial subjects such as:Chapter 1: CitizenshipChapter 2: Righ
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
State and Local Government Unit Plan
State and Local Government Unit In the State and Local Government Unit, students will learn about the organization of state and local governments, their own state constitution, the differences between cities, counties, states, townships, and municipalities, and students will complete a hands-on project that profiles their own unique community. In this project students will research the demographics of their area, interview citizens, attend a community meeting, and perform a community service. Th
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5th - 12th
American Government End of Year Capstone (Review)
Need a comprehensive review of your Civics class? This activity covers just about everything in a high school civics class. The Capstone is meant to review and prepare students before their finals, OR you could use it as a project-based summative assessment. Each activity pulls on student's foundational knowledge to apply it to real situations or asks them to evaluate scenarios.
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9th - 12th
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The Constitutional Convention – New Jersey / Virginia Plan Comparison Grid
When delegates from the twelve attending states gathered in Philadelphia during the Summer of 1787 (Rhode Island sent no representatives), the convention's outcome was far from certain. Its official purpose was to reform the Articles of Confederation. However, for many of the men who came, mere reforms would not be enough.This side-by-side comparison grid explores the chief ideological conflict of the US Constitutional Convention: Big States vs. Small States. By exploring the New Jersey and Virg
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Three Branches of Government: Articles 1, 2, and 3 for Middle & High School
Are you looking for exciting ways to teach Articles 1, 2, and 3? The 3 Branches of Government: Articles 1, 2, and 3 for Middle School and High School is an easy-prep, engaging, 75-page resource for you and your students that provides opportunities for collaborative and independent learning, critical thinking ,and analysis. Students will have to read the Constitution to understand the three branches, their duties, powers, and limitations. Activities include a Scavenger Hunt with clear directions,
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5th - 12th
Constitutional Convention: A simulation
In this activity, students will participate in a "Constitutional Convention." In the lesson, they will explore the historical issues and compromises the delegates debated in 1787. There are 18 historical characters, each with a biography that describes the lives and accomplishments of the different delegates.The simulation is meant to recreate the compromises that ended up in the U.S. Constitution: The Connecticut Compromise, the 3/5th Compromise and the Electoral College.This lesson lasts 3 cla
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10th - 12th
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Credible Sources, Fact vs Opinion, Bias, & Fake News
In our times it is paramount that our students can identify credible sources. In today's world this is a crucial literacy skill, that is just too important to skip over! Critical thinking and research skills can and should be something that every student is equipped with going forward.This lesson series challenges middle school students to investigate credible and non-credible sources, bias, fact v opinion, and fake news. This product contains 3 easy to follow lessons that build towards a small
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Writing to Argue Bundle
Haymarket Affair Riot Simulation - high school labor unions gilded age
Haymarket Affair SimulationSimulations are a great way to keep students engaged! I wrote this simulation to help students understand the power dynamics that existed between management and labor at the height of the labor movement by experiencing it themselves. This simulation includes 5 roles: McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, Chicago Police Officers, Chicago citizens, Labor leaders (Albert Parsons, August Spies, George Engel, and Adolph Fischer), and the workers.Student packets include ever
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Foundations of Government Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
Foundations of Government and Introduction to Government Unit Plan Through the Foundations of Government Unit, students will explore the ideas of the origins of government, foundational principles, types of government, the origins of the American democratic government, the history of the American government, important documents such as the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and MORE! This unit is a hands-on exploration of the foundations of government i
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Year Long Government / Civics Curriculum (Google Compatible)
Government and Civics Year-Long Curriculum Unit Plans and Lesson Plans with activities, projects, PowerPoints, worksheets, bell ringers, and MORE!An entire YEAR worth of unit plans and lessons plans for Government/Civics. Units/ Topics include:1. Foundations of Government Unit Plan2. The Legislative Branch / Congress Unit Plan3. The Executive Branch Unit Plan4. The Judicial Branch Unit Plan5. The Bill of Rights Mini-Unit6. Elections and Politics Unit Plan7. State and Local Government Unit Plan8.
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5th - 12th
AP® US Government Unit 2.6 - Expansion of Presidential Power
Unit 2.6 of the AP® curriculum focuses on how the power of American presidents has evolved and expanded through the Republic's history.This eight-question short answer worksheet begins with an analysis of Federalist 70, Alexander Hamilton's defense of a strong executive branch, and proceeds to trace the evolution of presidential power since those words were written. Why did Hamilton believe his executive plan would be "safer?" What was the War Powers Act? Special attention is devoted to the imp
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
They Called Us Enemy-Chapter Comprehension Questions
This product includes 1 cover page, 1 Ted Talk worksheet, comprehension question worksheets for the entire book which I divided into 4 sections, 1 comparison worksheet linked to old Disney cartoons, an introduction to the book scavenger hunt, and a comic creation page.
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6th - 10th
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