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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: 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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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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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: 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: American History Projects (US History Projects)
How a Bill Becomes a Law Children's Book Activity
This activity requires students to think deeper about how a bill becomes a law because they will need to write a book about it for children. Here is part of the prompt provided in this product:
Soon you too will be the author of a children’s book! This time, instead of Curious George or Winnie the Pooh, your topic will be “How a Bill Becomes a Law.” You will be creating a children’s book that describes the process of lawmaking through colorful pictures and simple sentences. There are 8 steps in
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5th - 12th
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Middle School World Cultures & Geography Course
A growing World Cultures & Geography Course perfect for Middle School! Save money and buy ALL of my geography resources! ⭐This curriculum includes FREE downloads of ALL FUTURE Geography products!⭐What's included:➜ DETAILED, NO-PREP lesson plans➜ Slideshows (PowerPoint & Google™ Slides)➜ SCAFFOLDED slideshow notes➜ Political Maps➜ Graphic Organizers➜ Informational text articles, questions & graphic organizers➜ Assessments (in PDF AND Google™ Forms)➜ Answer keysYou will receive both pr
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6th - 9th
The Amendments to the U.S. Constitution Project
This is a great way to get your students knowledge flowing and allow them to creatively express themselves along the way!
This project should take approximately one week to complete, depending on the availability of computers to do research with and presentation times.
I have split the Amendments to the Constitution into17 separate sections to allow the students to either work together as a group or by themselves on a research project
This project is completely editable in Word and a comprehe
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7th - 12th
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Bundled Unit: Everything You Need to Know About the Constitution!
Perhaps the most important area of focus in any class involving United States History or Government, this unit contains everything your students need to know about the Constitution!The wealth of resources includes the following:A paraphrased version of the Constitution and Bill of Rights and a series of 21 questions based on the document that help students develop a rudimentary knowledge of the three branches of government, the powers of each branch, the relationship between the federal governme
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7th - 12th
Federalism Scavenger Hunt
Student Directions: Today you will be working in pairs to find examples of how the federal government is involved in our school. Remember, educational funds come from the local, state, and federal level. BUT, federal funds always have strings are attached. As you conduct your hunt, please adhere to the following rules. Do not disturb other classes. INSIDE voices and WALKING feet are a must. Take a photo (at least one team member must be in it) to document each of your findings. Then, add your ph
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7th - 12th
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1st Amendment- Freedom of Speech Lesson
Engaging 1st amendment lesson on the controversial topic of Freedom of Speech. Lesson can be used for students to work through independently on computer or tablet. Teachers can also utilize this lesson as a teacher guided resource. Personally, I have used this lesson in Edmodo, Google Classroom, and Versal Course. It includes videos and articles along with discussion based questions to check for understanding.
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7th - 12th
28th* Amendment Project (Inquiry learning project assignment and slides)
This simple but creative inquiry learning project asks students to come up with and write the 28th amendment to the constitution--the first amendment in three decades! It takes students through the process of using political thought to anticipate opponents and brainstorm innovations.It pairs extremely well to the 27 amendment slides and follow-along notes also in my store.Enjoy! And, as always, feel free to send me any feedback or suggestions you have on improving the product.
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Full Year of U.S. Government and Civics Essentials Bundle
The U.S. Constitution, Government, and the Early Republic American History
Looking for a complete American History curriculum bundle that covers everything from the Articles of Confederation to landmark Supreme Court decisions? Look no further! This TEKS-based unit bundle includes 28 products that cover the key concepts and events of American History from the Constitutional Convention through the early republic. Your students will learn about the influence of historic documents like the Magna Carta and the Federalist Papers on the U.S. system of government, as well as
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5th - 11th
Bill of Rights and SCOTUS Project (10 amendments, examples, court cases)
These engaging slides walk students through a unit on the Bill of Rights. After an introduction to the rights, students have a brief research project looking at a court case that changed an interpretation of a fundamental right found in the Bill of Rights.Topics include: 10 Bill of Rights amendmentsCommon court cases where they were interpreted furtherSituational applicationsThe vague nature of the Bill of RightsJudicial ActivismJudicial RestraintEnjoy!
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Full Year of U.S. Government and Civics Essentials Bundle
Branches of Government Group Project
Students will work in groups of 2-3 to create a diagram of the branches of Government. There is a detailed rubric to go along with this assignment as well as place to have the students grade their own group members.
I have done this with both middle school and high school level and had great success.
Here are the directions on the assignment:
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In groups of 2-3 students, you will create a diagram of our three branches of government. You will create a tree trunk and then add
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7th - 12th
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Legislative Branch Project - Letter to Congressman
Your assignment is to write/type a letter to one of your congressmen either in support of or opposition to a bill currently in Congress.In order to do this, you will use the following website to choose a bill and find contact info for your congressmen…
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6th - 12th
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Political Parties and Federal Elections in Canada - Unit and Mock Election
The following mini-unit was created in line with Strand B of the Grade 5 Ontario Social Studies curriculum. However, this lesson sequence is adaptable to many grades and curriculum expectations across Canada. Below, you will find the big ideas and framing questions for this mini-unit:How the Federal election works in Canada (slideshow)Bias in political mediaPolitical parties - exploring political parties in Canada and student affiliations (inquiry-based learning and online quiz, including a refl
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4th - 8th
"Run a Campaign" - VIRTUAL Election Final Project (Works for Virtual/Hybrid too!
In this Project, students will decide upon an office, political party, and platform for which they will run a campaign to try to win. They will also have to write and deliver a campaign speech and come-up with some creative ways to advertise for themselves which they will also share! Students will be able to express their knowledge in various ways!This project gives students 4 specific tasks to complete, so it allows them to have the choice of what they prefer to work on and the pace at which th
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6th - 12th
Election Scrapbook Project & PPT
Election Scrapbook Project & PPT is a hands-on approach to the upcoming elections. Students will create a scrapbook that is divided into sections such as... "Meet the Candidates" which allows students to get to know each candidate, their platforms, political advertisements and much more. I have also included a rubric and a powerpoint to explain the project step-by-step. This scrapbook turns into a great piece of history for each student which they can treasure forever.
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Declaration of Independence Letter Project -- Break up Letter with King George 3
I love three things: History, writing, and horrible pop music. This assignment combines all 3 of those things! After learning about the Declaration of Independence, students make their own Declaration of Independence by using the actual Declaration as a format. What will make this assignment better than others that can be found on the internet, is that I provide the examples that Jefferson uses and how they turn into real-life examples. The assignment provides for a Preamble, Natural Rights,
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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New Deal Brochure Project- Great Depression Era- Editable
Students research and design a brochure on a set amount of New Deal agencies. List of optional agencies provided, with room to expand. Editable rubric included. This project is based on student research about the New Deal programs. It is a great follow up to an introductory lesson on the New Deal. Can also be used as the introduction by allowing students to create their own understanding and use it in class. Follow up activities to this project could include gallery walks (to preview peer's work
Grades:
7th - 12th
Utopia (Create Your Own Country) Project
This project allows students to create their own country, complete with concepts that all countries have, such as a government, economy, culture, geography, and history. Students research, evaluate and creatively come up with their own idea of a utopia.
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5th - 8th
Reforming Society Project - PBL 19th century Second Great Awakening high school
This is a 4-step project that starts with textbook work and ends with a gallery walk (or traditional presentations, take your pick!).The 4-step process allows for student choice and voice as they make their way through the guided workbook. They begin by being introduced to 7 topics of the early 19th century reform movement. Then, students choose 2 of those topics to explore in greater depth and complete a primary source analysis for each of their 2 chosen topics. Next, students narrow down their
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7th - 12th
2016 Presidential Candidate Research Project and Presentation
This is a three-day partner project for students. Each group will select a 2016 presidential candidate and complete the research packet. They then will make a campaign poster for that candidate and a Prezi or Powerpoint to display to the rest of the class.
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