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Civics Common Core RI.5.1 resources
CNN 10 Worksheets: Current Events News Summary, Graphic Organizer, Video Project
CNN 10 (CNN Student News) is the perfect avenue for students to stay informed on current events. This PDF and GOOGLE DRIVE set of graphic organizer worksheets are an excellent way to analyze and summarize the current events of the day using CNN10. These various templates will help students of all ages stay engaged while watching CNN 10. A simple writing format helps students recognize, summarize, and write opinions about the major headlines of the day. I find this resource to be extremely prac
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CURRENT EVENTS: News Article Summary, Main Idea, Reading Comprehension | NEWSELA
This Current Events Summary is an excellent tool for students to get involved with the news and the current events of the week. A simple writing format helps students find, summarize, and write opinions about current news stories and events. I find this activity to be a practical filler for various social studies courses. What's Included:Teacher directions with ideas for implementation and useSimple student directions: Find, Highlight, Summarize, Importance, OpinionGuided student writing temp
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American Revolution (BUNDLE)
This American Revolutionary War unit bundles seven resources together covering the French & Indian War, Causes of the Revolution, American Revolution battles, important events, and people, tradespeople plus the Founding Fathers of the new nation.This bundle saves you over 20% off individual prices!Resources Included (PowerPoints/Google Slides & PDFs):★★★ FRENCH & INDIAN WAR ★★★ (Updated with Google Slides)★ FRENCH & INDIAN WAR POWERPOINT: This 15 slide PowerPoint presentation giv
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3rd - 5th
Three Branches of Government- Reading Passages, Lapbook, PowerPoint, and Test!
Teach about the three branches of government, checks & balances, civics, & more with this is a complete 4+ week, No-Prep unit. Included are complete lesson plans, a student workbook with informational text and reading comprehension tasks, an accompanying interactive notebook (activity lapbook), a PowerPoint for teacher-guided instruction, and an end-of-unit assessment.The student workbook and PowerPoint presentation are Google 1:1 compatible. Reading and literacy skill building activitie
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4th - 5th
The World From A to Z With Carl Azuz - News Viewing Guides & Worksheets
Carl Azuz is back with his brand new show called The World from A to Z. It's an excellent format for students to stay informed on current events while watching a brief 9 minute segment that is updated every day with news highlights from around the world. This set of graphic organizer worksheets is an excellent way to analyze and summarize the current events of the day while watching the news broadcast by Carl Azuz ... he's back!These various templates will help students of all ages stay engaged
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4th - 12th
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Pledge of Allegiance and American Flag Close Read Activities
Both the American Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance are so important for students to understand! This bundle is a great way to teach your students about the American Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance! With Close Reading and Writing Activities, you will be able to hit both your Social Studies and Language Arts Standards at the same time!Each resource includes:3 versions of the non-fiction article for differentiation3 versions of comprehension questionsSummary Writing TemplateOpinion Writing Temp
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4th - 6th
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Government & Civics Paired Passages & Writing Prompt - Student Uniforms
School Uniforms & Freedom of Speech: Paired Passages & Opinion Writing - Digital & PDFThis is set of leveled paired passages or texts with reading comprehension tests, short response questions, and extended writing prompts. This unit can be used in reading, writing, or social studies. Teachers can use the passages to answer a more general opinion question (Should your school adopt a uniform policy?) or a civics-focused writing prompt on freedom of speech (Do school uniforms' limit st
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4th - 7th
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Declaration of Independence: Mini-book, Flip Card, & Assessment! (Close Read)
Printable AND Google Compatible! This fun, 9-page student mini-book provides the perfect snapshot of the Declaration of Independence It is student-centered and includes reading skills tasks for close reads and to enhance literacy. The mini-book is easy to make, and your students will get a kick out of Tony the Tourist! This mini-book is also part of a Full AMERICAN REVOLUTION Unit!Included:- Teacher Guide with instructions and implementation suggestions- 9-page student mini-book that includes
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3rd - 5th
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Citizen Action Plan Community Research Writing Unit Civics
Citizen Action Plan Community Research Writing Unit (PDF & Google Slides)In this integrated unit, students identify and select a problem or issue in their school or local community. Student partners or small groups select an issue, then research its causes, effects, and possible solutions. Finally, the groups present their findings to the class.The unit meets standards for informational reading, research & informative writing, speaking & listening, and civics & government in soci
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: American History Writing Units Bundle: Narrative, Informational, Opinion
Government Activities for 5th Grade Social Studies
Bring government to life with these exciting lessons for 5th grade! Your students will read, debate, and play games as they learn about the government of the United States. Each resource is designed to engage students with a variety of activities including Word Wall Terms, Vocabulary Activities, Doodle Notes, card sorts, reading and writing assignments, and games! Rich in primary sources and information text, this bundle will make teaching 5th grade Social Studies easier for you! ⭐Please downl
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4th - 6th
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Government and Civics Bundle: Essential U.S. Systems + Principles for Grades 4-6
Introduce your students to the foundational concepts of American governance with this "Government and Civics Complete Bundle." This comprehensive package is perfectly tailored for students in grades 4-6, encompassing eight essential topics that form the bedrock of U.S. government and civic understanding.What's Included:8 Introductory Lessons: Each lesson focuses on a different aspect of government and civics, from the Constitution to civic duties.Interactive PDF Worksheets: Each topic comes with
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4th - 6th
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Constitution Day Activities | Constitution Day Reading
Celebrate Constitution Day with your students using these engaging, differentiated activities! This Constitution Day Pack includes printable and digital versions of everything you need to teach your 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders the important history behind this special day. Through close reading passages and activities targeting their reading level, your students will love learning about the Constitution and all it stands for. Plus, with both whole and small group options included, you can eas
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3rd - 5th
Understanding the Constitution Preamble Branches of Government Activity
Engage your students while learning the Constitution including the Three Branches of Government and the amendments with vocabulary word walls, readings, graphic organizer, multiple processing activities, and a card sort game. Your students will be engaged as they participate in a 4-Corner activity, create hands-on models of the Preamble, and visit different stations to learn about the Constitution and the branches of government.This resource is designed to help you teach the Constitution. There
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Government Activities for 5th Grade Social Studies
US Constitution Civics Gov't History Primary Source Document Analysis Bundle
Introduce your students to analyzing primary source documents in the elementary classroom with these easy to use student lessons on the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. With these ready-to-use print or Google Drive-ready resources, your students will examine and think critically about topics from American History to learn and practice skills vital for the Social Studies classroom. Bundle Includes:Preamble and Signing of ConstitutionFirst AmendmentSecond Amendment4th & 5th A
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4th - 8th
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GA 5th Grade Gallopade FULL YEAR Discussion Questions
This product includes chapter discussion questions for EACH page and chapter of Gallopade to use in small groups or to facilitate your whole group teaching for the WHOLE YEAR. I place students in small groups to read each page and discuss the questions from these products before they move on to the next pages. Sometimes, I will pull a question from the product as a closing activity or use a few for a grade.
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5th
Dear America With the Might of Angels Novel Guide
Dear America: With the Might of Angels by Andrea Davis PinkneyConcepts covered are prejudice, discrimination, segregation, school integration, American history; This novel unit includes:Learning ObjectivesPre-Reading ActivityKWL ChartNew Vocabulary Activities Reading Comprehension QuestionsExtension Activities Compare and Contrast Activity Character AnalysisWord SearchEssay QuestionsJournal QuestionsIf you would like the Google Classroom link for this resource, please email me @ mrslenamed@gmail
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4th - 6th
Understanding Political Parties Activity
In 5th grade Social Studies, students are required to understand and explain the symbols and members of the different political parties. Help your students understand government with this resource which gives an overview of the Democratic and Republican party.Start off the lesson with an activity to introduce the vocabulary associated with the political party system. Students will then read about the differences between the Democratic and Republican party and take Doodle Notes™. Once they are
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Government Activities for 5th Grade Social Studies
5th Grade Social Studies TEKS Unit 12 | The United States Today | Google Apps!
The 5th Grade Social Studies TEKS Unit 12: The United States Today COMPLETE Lesson Plan Unit is PERFECT for those teaching 5th grade social studies. The resources included in this lesson plan unit follow the TEKS standards and come ready to use for BOTH in-person and online digital learning (via Google Apps)! *************************************************************************************************************Get an even GREATER VALUE and save even more TIME and MONEY! This unit is a part
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5th
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Francis Scott Key and "The Star-Spangled Banner": Reading Passage and Assessment
This is the story of the origin of “The Star-Spangled Banner”, the national anthem of the United States. In 1814, Francis Scott Key, an American, witnessed an attack of Fort McHenry by British forces. Key was relieved to see fort uncaptured and the American flag still proudly flying the next morning. Inspired, he wrote a poem which later became the lyrics for "The Star-Spangled Banner." This passage is written for Grade 5-8 students and can be used in a number of ways by teachers (close reading
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5th - 8th
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Branches of the US Government Reading Passage #kindnessnation
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Students will learn about the different branches of the government in this comprehensive reading passage.
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-Reading passage
-10 Common Core aligned reading comprehension questions (3.C&G.1.3, 4.C&G.1.2, 5.C&G.1.2)
-Answer key
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1st - 5th
Persuasive Writing-Letter to the Editor
This cross-curricular unit was designed to give students tools to use for responsible decision making. It demonstrates how opinions are formed from real-life experiences. When students discuss and role play varying life situations, they come to understand, and value, the Constitutional right we have to differ in viewpoints.
The lessons will provide practice in communicating thoughts and opinions in an organized, understandable manner through writing.
First impressions make lastin
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4th - 8th
Pledge of Allegiance & American Flag Reading Comprehension - Escape Room
Help your students understand the history and etiquette of both the Pledge of Allegiance and the American Flag with these Reading Comprehension Escape Rooms! These Pledge of Allegiance and American Flag resources are designed to teach upper elementary students about the history and etiquette of both the Pledge of Allegiance and the US Flag in an interactive and challenging way.Does your class groan or roll their eyes when it's social studies time? Get them engaged and involved in reading, reread
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4th - 6th
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Government and Civics: Civic Duties and Responsibilities Intro Lesson Grades 4-6
"Government and Civics: Civic Duties and Responsibilities Lesson for Grades 4-6" emphasizes the importance of active citizenship. This intro reading lesson explores the responsibilities that come with being a citizen, such as voting, jury duty, and community involvement. It's ideal for teaching the role individuals play in shaping their government and society.Resource Description: This resource comprises a two-page PDF worksheet with a reading passage on civic duties and responsibilities, plus f
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4th - 6th
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Three Branches of Government Workbook- Google 1:1 Compatible, Student-Centered!
This Three Branches of Government student-workbook is brought to you by Tony the Tourist! It is completely student-centered and makes independent learning a breeze. The workbook is also Google 1:1 compatible. Reading skill building activities (including Summarize, Main Idea, Annotations, and Guided Notes-Taking) are included throughout the workbook to enhance literacy development.This workbook is easy to use in hybrid classrooms, with at-home learners, or fully in-person classes. And as a bonus-
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4th - 5th
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