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7th grade government projects
Preamble Stretch Book | Constitution Day Activity | Preamble Meaning
Wow your students on Constitution Day or any time of the year with this unique stretch book about the Preamble! Students will think about and illustrate the meaning of each section of the Preamble. Two versions of the book are included. For a more in-depth study, students write their own interpretations for the words in the Preamble. If time is limited, a second version is included which has the meaning already printed and ready to illustrate.Stretch books are made by folding three paper squares
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4th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Constitution Stretch Book Bundle: Preamble & Bill of Rights
Constitution Day Activity | Classroom Collaboration Preamble Poster
This fun, collaborative activity allows your students to contribute to a classroom poster featuring the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States. Great project for Constitution Day, Citizenship Day, U.S. government studies, or any similar occasion. There are 30 pieces, and each piece fits on a regular 8.5 inch by 11-inch piece of paper. When printed at full size, the final poster is approximately 35 inches by 42 inches.Constitution Preamble Poster Details:• There are 5 rows and 6 column
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1st - 8th
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U.S. Constitution Project! - Preamble, Articles, Separation of Powers...
Students will enjoy learning about the U.S. Constitution when completing this creative and illustrative project (check out Preview). This 14-page packet includes a direction sheet, evaluation sheet, and worksheets for the pieces of the project. Pieces include: a cover page, preamble interpretation collage, constitution book (of articles), "Separation of Powers" Triangle (includes checks and balances), "How a Bill Becomes a Law" Book, and Amendment illustrations. Students will feel proud of t
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5th - 11th
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Project: The Bill of Rights (distance learning option included)
This project has everything your students need to know about the freedoms contained in the Bill of Rights!The resource includes a PowerPoint that presents each amendment in the Bill of Rights in student-friendly terms. After explaining both the structure and the purposes of the Bill of Rights, the presentation leads students through all ten amendments, allowing multiple opportunities for teachers to provide real-life examples. Each slides includes teacher notes.The PowerPoint is paired with a
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Bundled Unit: Everything You Need to Know About the Constitution!
Inquiry Project - Global Issues and Current Events! (Middle/Senior Years)
This is a cross-curricular (English and Social Studies) inquiry based project. This supports project-based learning using a variety of technology and media texts (internet, computers, magazines, newspapers). Used as a final assessment in place of an exam.
Students were expected to choose a questions relating to current affairs, and go through the inquiry process to show their learning. They also were expected to create a product to showcase their learning.
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6th - 11th
Also included in:Â Entire Year of Middle / High School English: Printable Units - Major Bundle!
Supreme Court Case Project Based Learning
This thorough lesson on Landmark Supreme Court cases in America includes a rigorous and authentic PBL activity, overview presentation on the cases, video overview, guided notes, and lesson plan.Students are assigned a landmark court case for the Project Based Learning (PBL) activity. They must research the case, Constitutional question involved, the Court's decision, and its significance. A directions page describes all of this and includes multiple links students can use for their research. The
Create a Class Constitution Classroom Rules Back to School Group Activity
Outlining the expectations of your classroom is vital early in the year. This Classroom Constitution Activity allows students to collaborate and establish what they believe would make for a successful learning experience, rather than the teacher giving them rules.This management system has worked great in my classroom, and students will take more ownership for their actions when they are the ones who created the expectations.Perfect for back to school, Constitution Day, or a social studies class
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4th - 11th
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Constitution Stretch Book Bundle: Preamble & Bill of Rights
This contains my Preamble Stretch Book and Bill of Rights Stretch Book. Save money by purchasing them both at the same time! These stretch books are also available for purchase individually.Click below for a full product description and preview of each stretch book.Preamble Stretch BookBill of Rights Stretch BookThank you for considering this bundle! :-)
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4th - 12th
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Constitution and Bill of Rights Project: Create a Board Game
This Constitution and Bill of Rights Board Game project is a fun and creative way for students to demonstrate their understanding of these founding documents. Perfect for use at the end of a unit, the ready-made templates covering all aspects of game play, will allow students to instantly focus on the content and not get caught up in the design of their game.Students will be asked to create the rules and directions for their game, all required pieces, and a colorful and detailed board game. The
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Constitution and Bill of Rights Unit: Activities & Projects Bundle
Create Your Own Political Party Project
Want an engaging, hands-on project to help your students learn about political parties? Try my Create Your Own Political Party Project! This resource provides a complete, ready-to-implement project for students learning about political parties that will allow students in groups of four to create their own. The project includes instructions for four group roles as well as an individual rubric to assess each student. The file contains full instructions for teachers including common core standards,
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6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Create Your Own Political Party Digital and Printable Bundle
Political Parties | Campaign Simulation Running for President
This presidential election simulation is an excellent way for students to comprehend all aspects of political parties and the campaigns needed to elect a presidential candidate - "Let's Get The Party Started!" The teacher will divide class into groups of 4 to 5 students per group. Each group will develop their own political party and choose a presidential candidate to represent their party. Using the included criteria, allow students a few class periods, or portions of class periods, to create
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
Create Your Own Government Project
Students will compose a project that will help them understand the foundations of government. Students name their country, create a flag, define their government, analyze 7 characteristics of their government, & create rules/consequences. Lots of fun & creativity! Great for assessments & project based learning.FULLY EDITABLE to adapt to your specific needs!Directions & Rubric IncludedPairs perfectly withTypes of Government Gallery Walk for students to learn about different types
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6th - 12th
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Three Branches of Government Activity
This activity includes a cut and paste activity on the three branches of government.The first page includes labels for the three branches with pictures, duties and jobs of each branch, and a title label. The second page includes parts of a tree. The students will cut along the dotted lines provided and paste on construction paper. The students will match the job/duty to the correct branch of government.
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2nd - 7th
US Constitution Project
Students will create an 11-page book explaining why the U.S. Constitution was created and the various parts within the document. On each page, students will include a title, summary, and an organizer or visual. I have included detailed student directions and websites for research. The project usually takes 2-3 class periods, and it does not require any teacher preparation or the use of a textbook. I have included a rubric for grading. Please message me if you have any questions.*Engaging and fun
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â American History Projects (US History Projects)
Early Government and Constitution - Create-a-Country Activity
Personal Note: My students LOVED this project. I used it after teaching the American Revolution and before introducing the Articles of Confederation. There was a LOT of debating among the groups, even though I let them choose the groups! Be prepared for this activity to last several classes, as students will debate the issues for as long as you let them. It was a great introduction for the Constitutional Convention, as I reminded them of how difficult it was for their groups of 3-4 to form
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3rd - 12th
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Project Guidelines: The Bill of Rights
No thematic unit on the Constitution is complete without a discussion of the Bill of Rights.For this project, students will create a describing each amendment in the Bill of Rights. Each section (10) of the poster will include 4 different elements. The project is intended to be completed in groups of 2. Illustrations are to be drawn by hand and colored.These guidelines are intended to be used in conjunction with my PowerPoint presentation on the Bill of Rights. However, in the event an instr
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7th - 12th
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7 Principles of the Constitution Activity with PPT Card Sorts Notes
Introduce students to the main principles of the US Constitution with this multi-activity kit that goes deeper than simply textbook definitions. Included are mix-and-match options that include real-life examples, current event analysis, and gummy bears!This kit covers:Popular SovereigntyRepublicanismFederalismChecks and BalancesSeparation of Powers Individual RightsLimited GovernmentRule of LawGreatness is having a clear vision of one's guiding principles.Though the Framers never listed these pr
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7th - 12th
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Wisconsin Social Studies Series BUNDLE
Get the ENTIRE Wisconsin Social Studies Series Study Units in one MASSIVE BUNDLE! Teach hands-on, engaging, interactive activities all school year while meeting ALL intermediate Wisconsin Standards for Social Studies (WiSSS)! This HUGE BUNDLE covers over 15,000 years of Wisconsin history including the topics of Native American culture, the French Explorers and Fur Trade, Early America, the Pioneer Era and Civil War, the Industrial Revolution and World War I, the Great Depression and World War
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3rd - 8th
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FLORIDA State Research Report Project | Social Studies US History Activity
This one-page (front and back) brochure project is packed full of all the highlights about the state of FLORIDA. This activity can be completed in a few different ways. You can provide your students with the information to fill out their brochures, or have them find the information through Internet research. If your students are inexperienced with Internet research, guide them through the process by projecting a search that you lead. Ducksters.com and Britannica.com are two of my favorite places
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4th - 7th
3 Branches of Government Project - Create a Superhero
Help your students learn about the 3 branches of government with this fun superhero project!Students will pick a branch of government and create a name, catchphrase, and more for their superhero! Students will be challenged to identify the abilities of the branches of government as they create strengths and weaknesses for their superheroes. Then they will draw their superhero!This project can easily be turned into a group project and it can also be completed virtually. A rubric is included for
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6th - 10th
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Patriots & Loyalists: A Propaganda Assignment! Students create from both sides!
In this Patriots and Loyalists propaganda assignment, students create propaganda to demonstrate the attitudes and feelings of the patriots and loyalists in the buildup to the Revolutionary War. Students create a propaganda poster from either the patriot or loyalist perspective, then write a letter from the opposite perspective! Students create both pieces of propaganda from the included "Patriot and Loyalist: The Arguments" handout!**This activity is marked as taking 3 days, however this may v
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5th - 8th
President Project Executive Branch Help Wanted Ad Election 2024
Your students have been hired to create a "Help Wanted Advertisement" to find a highly qualified person to become the next president. The task of your students is to create a help wanted ad describing the constitutional qualifications, presidential powers and more. They'll also consider the actions and accomplishments of the current or a previous president. Additionally, an optional extension project is included in the resource in which students apply for the job by creating a career portfoli
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Election 2024 and Executive Branch President Biden Trump Bundle
Bill of Rights Project
Students will create a brochure demonstrating their understanding of the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. In the brochure, they will explain the protections/restrictions of each amendment and include a visual. I have included 24 guiding questions and kid-friendly websites for research. Please message me if you have any questions. I have included a rubric. *Engaging and fun project! *The project will take 2-3 class periods. *I have included detailed student directions and an example
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â American History Projects (US History Projects)
Three Branches of Government Project (Legislative, Executive, & Judicial)
Students will create a mobile about the three branches of government. Students will explain the members, responsibilities, jobs, powers, and how each branch checks the other two branches. Students will complete an outline graphic organizer before they construct their mobile. The project does not require the use of a textbook. I have included 20 guiding questions and websites for research. A rubric is included for grading. Please message me if you have any questions. *I have included detailed stu
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â American History Projects (US History Projects)
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