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Government simulations under $5
Ancient Greece Government Simulation Activity | Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy
This Ancient Greece Government Google Slideshow and Simulation will help your students understand monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, and democracy in an interactive and meaningful way! No-prep required with this resource...simply present the slideshow to your students and give them either a printed or digital copy of the included graphic organizer. The slideshow guides you and your students through each type of government, one at a time. There are at least five slides included for each of the four ty
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6th - 9th
The Electoral - College Simulation Activity - Civics - Print & Digital
This is a fun and engaging activity simulating a mock Presidential election. Students will be able to really “see” how the Electoral College works and have fun in the process. All teacher preparation and student instructions are included. Both print and digital versions are included.Buyer Feedback:"This was a well-designed activity that has students directly engaging with data and helps them predict the newest election. I will use this every year. VERY GOOD PURCHASE!"This purchase includes the
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: EXECUTIVE Branch BUNDLE | U.S. Presidency | Print & Digital | Civics
Supreme Court Cases Web Quest Activity: Students investigate 6 landmark cases!
In this Supreme Court and Constitution web quest activity resource, students engage with six landmark Supreme Court cases, including Brown v the Board of Education, Tinker v Des Moines, New Jersey v TLO, Miranda v Airzona, and more! Students use included QR codes to learn about four cases, or use the included Google 1:1 version to have students do the activity digitally. After reviewing and critiquing six major rulings, students investigate two others of their choosing before completing a fina
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8th - 11th
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House Hunters! Engaging Inflation Simulation (Memorable Money Supply Lesson)
This is a quick and engaging inflation simulation that students love. It asks students to bid against one another to win the house of their dreams (or nightmares!)In the second round, students budgets are doubled (effectively doubling the money supply for the controlled classroom economy). The simulation demonstrates clearly the relationship between money supply and inflation in one quick and engaging lesson that you and your students will come to enjoy!The directions given are:Inform everyone t
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Full Year of U.S. Government and Civics Essentials 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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Electoral College Activity - PPT/Notes/Super Fun Competition! - Paper & Digital
Looking for a great bell ringer activity to start class each day?Full Year of Writing/Discussion Prompts - 180 Bell RingersGet ready for the 2024 election with your students!! Used in over 2,500 classrooms, this is the most fun your students will have learning about the Electoral College! I have used this Electoral College activity over and over throughout my two decades in the classroom, and it has always been a hit; especially on an election year! [For the Google Drive version click here].
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Bundle: What is the Electoral College? Voting with Mystery Candidates
Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater
Learning about a major landmark Supreme Court case has never been more engaging! The Marbury v Madison Reader's Theater is a perfect addition to the Civics curriculum in middle school or high school.Included in this resource:1. 3 page script for 5-6 students (estimated time: 4-6 minutes)2. 5 discussion promptsPlease take a peek at the preview to see if this resource fits the needs of your classroom. If you have any questions, please let me know in the Q and A section of my store! Happy Teaching!
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Jefferson and Madison Era Complete Unit Bundle
Articles of Confederation Pizza Topping Challenge
Students who are in 13 groups will try to choose 3 toppings on a pizza while they are operating under the same rules as the Confederate Congress did. They will find that choosing a pizza with 3 toppings that is agreeable to the rest of the class is nearly impossible while still representing the rest of the student body. Students will draw comparisons to the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation at the end. Use it to introduce the Articles or after for students to understand its problems
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Branches of Government Simulation Centers
Allow students the opportunity to experience what it's like to work on each branch of government with this fun set of centers. Students will get to be the President and approve or veto new laws; while working as Supreme Court justices they will determine whether new class rules are constitutional or not; and they will get to make new rules for recess while pretending they are a member of Congress. Bring the branches of government to life with this activity!
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3rd - 5th
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Stamp Act Analysis | Primary Source Analysis on the Stamp Act
Stamp Act Analysis | Primary Source Analysis on the Stamp ActThis lesson is included in the Causes of the American Revolution Unit, located here!Buy the bundle and save over 25%!------------In this activity, students analyze the reaction to the Stamp Act by colonists from North Carolina to learn how they viewed the act, and what they were willing to do to oppose it. This is a very easy way to integrate primary sources into your Revolutionary War Unit!Enjoy!
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3rd - 8th
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USA Citizenship Test
Need a relevant activity for teaching Government or Contemporary Issues? This is a 40 question test compiled with need-to-know knowledge for the actual US Citizenship test. Use this multiple-choice activity as an introduction for Government class to see if your students would even qualify to be American citizens! Or, use it to show how difficult it is for foreigners to become citizens in your Contemporary Issues class. Fun and eye-opening for students as they experience a real-life activity! C
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8th - 12th
Engaging Sociology Simulation! (Activity, worksheets, directions, suggestions)
I believe this to be the best lesson I have ever created! I hope you enjoy it, too.It includes a slideshow to guide students through the 4 day simulation, 4 worksheets (1:1/Google compatible), a teacher instruction guide, and a printable map of the hypothetical island.The simulation asks students, divided into life rafts, to crash land on an island and attempt to start a society from scratch. Who will govern? What will the rules be? How are they enforced? Who enforces them? How will students res
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Psychology Full Course Bundle- Everything you need for an engaging year!
3 Branches: Checks and Balances - Notes, Chart, Scenarios, Quiz
These are some great worksheets and extension activities to enhance your unit on the U.S. Government, focus on Checks & Balances.
First, students receive a chart handout that easily explains each branch of government and the actions it could take to check the other 2 branches. Color-coded, and includes pictures.
Then, students read about some potential government scenarios (some are true, some are fictional, some are just funny!) and the potential action a branch would like to take. Then,
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7th - 10th
The U.S. Supreme Court & Juvenile Justice
Students use printable information cards with facts about landmark Supreme Court cases that have helped define the juvenile justice system in the United States in order to compare and contrast the adult and juvenile justice systems. They then act as judge for three juvenile cases where they must use the landmark Supreme Court cases to guide their rulings.
The contents of this download are for use by the customer only. I ask that teachers not post any part of this file online or on a publicly a
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6th - 12th
Electoral College Simulation Game
Allow your students to feel the excitement of a presidential election by having them compete against each other in pairs! Students will roll dice to claim states as they race to 270 electoral votes. Geography skills and luck will help determine the outcome of each election. Just print the handouts and control the story from your projector! Dice are required for the simulation.Includes:- Electoral College Maps- Electoral College Game CardI'm Just a Bill - Flowchart and PowerPointU.S. History Simu
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4th - 12th
Political Parties-Two-Party System: Warm-Up, Lecture Notes, and Simulation
This product includes two days of lessons that will teach your students all about America's two-party system. The product includes a warm-up prompt, an editable 16-slide power point presentation about our political party system (with video links), student cloze notes, and a political party simulation that will bring the two-party system to life for your students. The simulation comes with detailed instructions to carry out the activity in your classes. The process and discussion questions will s
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8th - 12th
Also included in: AP® Government and Politics Course Bundle
Stamp Act Activity
This simulation is awesome. Teach kids about the benefit of uniting together for a common cause "peacefully." Teach them about ways of standing up for their rights. This activity will enhance their learning experience outside of the classroom. Your students will learn that there is strength when they are united, they are going to learn correct ways of protesting (Petitions, Peaceful Protests, Etc.). They are going to value one another's opinion. See what they can come up with. Collaborate
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Challenges During Washington's Presidency; Adivse the President Simulation
⭐️SAVE BIG WITH A BUNDLE! This resource is bundled with other Choose Your Own Fate Simulations.My students love this lesson! This lesson helps the students understand the various challenges during Pres. Washington's Presidency. They will experience it firsthand as an intern of the 'Presidential Cabinet' program. This lecture is both informative and interactive as students suggest the best plan of action throughout Washington's two terms as president and record their "experiences" on their handou
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5th - 12th
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Virtual Field Trip to American National Landmarks (Distance Learning)
This is a PowerPoint that you can use to take your class on a virtual field trip to six important American landmarks! It is also a great resource for distance learning and e-learning. It is an editable PowerPoint that can also be uploaded to Google Slides for easier online sharing.Each slide contains the name of the monument, a photo, and a few basic facts. Then, take the link to a site that will provide a 360 degree view of the landmark!These websites all provide panoramic images, and some al
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PreK - 5th
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Federal Budget Simulation Activity
This engaging simulation lesson plan has your students balancing the US federal budget by analyzing actual budget requests and government spending. A lesson plan page explains exactly how to conduct each part of the 90-minute activity and also includes links to online resources and a video to use. Students work in small groups as the "House" and "Senate" to analyze mandatory and discretionary spending requests for each aspect of the federal government. Each group must then trim their spending so
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7th - 10th
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"Mr. President, Can You Do That?" - Presidential Power Scenarios
What exactly can a President do or not do? In this ten scenario worksheet, students are tasked with advising the President of the United States on whether or not the President has the power to do he/she intends to do.Students are also asked to identify where in the Constitution the President is given or denied the specific power for each of the scenarios. These scenarios will generate excellent class debate and discussion! Answer key included. Other Civics/ Government Products"U.S. Congress,
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8th - 12th
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Colonizing the Moon - An American History Simulation
In this engaging simulation, students will found a colony, write a Declaration of Independence and create a Constitution on the Moon! The simulation includes detailed instructions, small group work, a class debate, and discussion questions.
This American History-inspired simulation will give students a new and exciting perspective on the struggles the early American colonists faced in their fight for independence.
The simulation begins with students working in small groups to colonize the Moo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Causes of the Revolutionary War Complete Unit Bundle
The Legislative Branch: Create Your Own Bill!
Teach your students about the Legislative branch through inquiry, helpful reference sheets, worksheets, & suggested videos. Students will learn the process of how a bill becomes a law, and a sample bill to assist students with ideas for creating their very own bill.
Will their bill pass or get vetoed?
Enjoy!
Fabulous Fun in Fourth
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4th - 7th
How a Bill Becomes a Law Dice Simulation
Looking for a fun and interactive way to teach your students about a Bill becoming a Law?
This one-day simulation is an easy way to allow students to "live" the life of a citizen looking to create a new law.
Product includes: Teacher Directions, Simulation Station Cards and Directions, Recording Sheet, List of resources, and Narrative Writing idea.
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3rd - 6th
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