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4th grade government resources for GATE
Fairy Tales on Trial
Students discover a unique way to determine the fine line between “doing wrong” and “crime.” They “study” character education by “doing” - using fairy tales and simulating investigation and trials. The activities challenge students as they use all language arts skills: critical reading, analytical thinking and writing, speaking and drama.
Use with the entire class, choosing an appropriate case by its complexity and appropriate level of challenge. The class creates all elements of a case and pres
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3rd - 9th
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Bill of Rights Projects, Amendment Descriptions, Vocabulary
United States Bill of Rights Writing and Research Projects! Nine no-prep writing projects that cover several genres including a major speech on Freedom of Speech, a storybook of the Amendments, a freedom of religion mini-book and much more. The projects provide a great assessment to the student's understanding of the Bill of Rights in a meaningful way through real-life applications. Print and go enrichment! A project rubric, lesson handouts (all of the Amendments explained), vocabulary shee
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Government Projects, Constitution, 3 Branches of Government, BUNDLE!
Advanced Fairy Tales on Trial
" . . . an age appropriate version of an important element in our society . . ."
Learn it. Remember it. Live it. Right. Wrong. Consequences. Values that make the difference are found in Janis Silverman's second book "Advanced" Fairy Tales. Some of the tales are less familiar; some are more complicated and take a more mature student to untangle the possible misbehaviors to be charged. But the teacher-tested results speak for themselves . . .
". . . What a great way to teacher character education
Grades:
3rd - 9th
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Social Studies Differentiated Choice Board Menus for Enrichment & Early Finisher
Looking for no-prep social studies choice boards? These engaging and differentiated tic-tac-toe menu boards include activities that are perfect for early finishers, gifted students, and enrichment. Choice boards are great for reviewing and extending what you've taught in class, making this bundle an excellent resource during the back to school season or at the end of the school year.Everything you need is included! Your students will love completing the meaningful activities in these social stud
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3rd - 6th
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Student Letter to Senator: Argumentative Writing & Civics
Let your students voices be heard with this argumentative letter writing assignment!! Students will select a topic, research the topic, and write a letter using a thesis (claim) and supporting research to justify their claim. Then, mail the letter off so that your students can make their voices heard! (Stamps and envelopes not included)
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This lesson packet is takes your students through the basic steps of writing an argumentative letter to their Congressperson. The packet i
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Labor Day Emergent Reader
This little reader is the perfect way to explain what Labor Day is to elementary students. The book explains when Labor Day was celebrated, when it became an act by Congress and why is was created.
This would be a good resource to add to your Labor Day social studies or government unit on the holiday.
US History
Labor Day
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K - 5th
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State Research Report Digital Google Slide & Print
Are you looking for a quick state research report for students to display for Open House or want students to learn more about their own state history?This research report will work great. It's easy to use, engaging, and looks great. Make sure to click the video preview for an in-depth preview of what is included.This product includes:A digital Google Slide Version and a print versionPrint Version Includes:-1 Page Quick Option-4 Page Option more in-depth (can also be used with a file folder to ma
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in: State Report & Country Report Bundle
Branches of Government Menu Choice Board for Enrichment and Early Finishers
Are you looking for an engaging, no-prep Branches of Government Choice Board? Choice boards / menu boards / tic-tac-toe boards are excellent for differentiating your instruction for ALL students, including intervention and enrichment students! This choice board is perfect for reviewing and extending what you've taught in class. Printable and digital versions are both included, and it's ready to be used!What Is Included in This Resource?Teaching TipsChoice Board Folder CoversStudent Activity Page
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3rd - 5th
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Dive into Nation Building: Create Your Own Country and Government System!
Unlock the imagination of your students in grades 4-6 with this engaging country creation project! Seamlessly aligned with social studies TEKS, this resource empowers young minds to conceptualize, research, and create their own country and government. From crafting local government structures to understanding the roles of state government, US government, and governments around the world, students explore a comprehensive spectrum of governance concepts. This resource is designed to spark imaginat
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4th - 6th
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Constitution Day: A Week Long Celebration
This unit is perfect for any unit on government during the year. It utilizes Key Concepts, Transdisciplinary Skills, and Concept Based Inquiry. Examine The Constitution using
Readers’ Theater/Skit
Fluency
Perspective
Graphs/ Collecting, Analyzing Data
Fact, Non-fact, and Opinion Cards
Research Skills and Classification
Logical Thinking and Deductive Reasoning
Scavenger Hunt
Roles and Responsibilities
Creativity and More!
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3rd - 5th
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Roles of Citizens in Society Peer Editing Civics Activities Upper Elementary
Language Arts and Social Studies go together like peanut butter and jelly (yum!) in this activity where students will explore the role of citizens in a society, write their own mini-books, and then peer edit each other's work. It's like a two-for-one instructional time special!Your students will participate in three activities on their way to understanding the role of citizens in society.I like to do this over two different days. I do the first activity on the first day, and then the other two.
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4th - 8th
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State Government Activities Small Groups Upper Elementary Middle School
If you teach the function and structure of state government, this resource will deepen your students' experience. We'll use mixed groups and a gallery walk to keep the lesson lively.Three different activities will keep the pace moving quickly. No time to get bored here!Not only will students learn about state government, they'll also develop their group work skills.This How State Government Works resource includes:✅ Vocabulary Write activity sheet to accompany a video✅ Detailed teacher instructi
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4th - 6th
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Research Earth Day and the EPA
Informative Research and Writing:Researching Environmental Protection Agency Students research and write an informative composition on the Environmental Protection Agency! An informative reading passage, note taking outline, and blank writing page is included in this purchase. Multiple Common Core Standards and TEKS for 5th Grade Writing are supported. Included:* 1 Reading Passage * 2 Outlines / Graphic Organizer for Note-taking~ 1 outline provides topics~ 1 outline is blank / students provide t
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Secret Identity Election/Mystery Candidate Lesson: Election, Voting
My students loved this lesson! I even received emails from parents whose children would not stop talking about how much fun they had with this election activity. I also had a great time teaching it! This is a complete lesson focused on voting and the importance of being an informed voter. The lesson includes eight biographies of famous people who students will have the opportunity to vote for with the identities of the candidates a secret. Students will base their voting decision off of the info
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Government and Democracy in the Classroom PBL Unit
This 11-15 day PBL Unit covers debate, argumentative writing, local and national government, and creative technology. Creating persuasive speeches used as a script in a stop-motion animated political advertisement represents the issues most important to students in school. Aligned with state and national elections, this PBL covers the entire approach to creating a campaign that lets students recognize their opinions on school wide issues and local political issues and then support their opinions
Grades:
4th - 6th
History: One Person = One Vote: History of Voting Rights in America
Students explore the history of voting in the United States. Using the timeline of voting rights (included), they will analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions about how this responsibility of citizenship has evolved. Students complete a creative project to demonstrate and share their learning.This challenging activity includes detailed, student-friendly Steps to Success that lead the learner through the process of creating a high-level, quality independent project. To add rigor and thoughtfulne
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3rd - 11th
Create Your Own City
This is a fun activity that could be incorporated into
geography, social studies or government units. Students will use critical thinking skills to design their own city. Depth will be added to this lesson, through an activity that incorporates the concept of change with the essential questions “In What Way Do Things Change?” and “How Are These Changes
Positive And Negative?”
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4th - 7th
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Depth and Complexity for Shh! We're Writing the Constitution | Reading a Latte
Reading a Latte offers multiple responses for Ind. reading and read alouds. The individual, partner, and small group activities support multiple literacy continuums. Enjoy shared reading, shared writing, speaking, performance reads, thinking skills, and more. Use as centers, task cards, or seatwork. Depth and Complexity BEAN cards are included to increase the rigor for advanced students. The Literacy Continuum cards provide options for reading components. Pick and choose the activities that are
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3rd - 6th
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Election 2016: A Vocabulary Building Booklet
Election 2016: This vocabulary building booklet is made from 4 lunch-size paper bags, one piece of colored paper, and a rubber-band or pony-tail holder. Students will learn key election terminology and gain a new understanding of the election process.
This resource is perfect for stations or as part of a unit of study. Directions for creating the booklet are included. Students write their own meaning of key concepts. This booklet will surely become a keepsake for those who create one.
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3rd - 6th
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Where's Ben: Searching for the Constitution Task Cards
Where’s Ben? He's searching for the Constitution.
This activity can be done in class, with partners, as homework, or in a learning center.
The Constitution Clue cards provide connections and artifact ideas. Students search, document, and learn! Two versions are included to support different levels of learning. One version provides examples and the other includes a space for descriptions.
Use as a task card or a full-scale scavenger hunt!
Students document in journals or with pictures.
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3rd - 6th
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Presidents Flashcards
This document is a set of small flashcards to help learn the first 20 presidents in order. The front is the number and the back has a picture of the president and his name. Print front to back on cardstock or colored paper.
Grades:
1st - 12th
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Power or Politics?
Part of Nancy Polette's Fact or Fiction Series
Was George Washington the 1st President of the United States?
Who put grizzly bears on the front lawn of the White House?
Which president dropped out of law school but still passed the New York law exam?
Who owed his election to the presidency to a cocker spaniel?
What was Chief Tecumseh’s curse on the Presidency?
What did Warren Harding’s and Richard Nixon’s Presidency have in common?
Which President was born with a different name?
Which President
Grades:
K - 12th
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Your State's Government and Citizenship Choice/Enrichment Menu
Included with this download is a Choice/enrichment menu reccomended for higher level students in the 4th or 5th grades. It might be used in one of the following ways:
-As standalone assignments
-Assessment for the end of the unit
-As a tool for differentiating for students at all levels (students who are lower level can be given fewer choices, while students at a higher level can be given all choices).
This menu can be used for any state government and citizenship unit. Just fill in the blan
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - Divergent Thinking Activities
22 printable or digital pages of divergent thinking inspired by the ideas of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Students respond to questions: Where do you see walls each day? How can we help a homeless person? Why do people come to America from other countries? How can immigrants show that they love America? What parts of the nature need our help? What special things are considered “American”? What freedoms do you have in America? How does the government collect money from people? Why do people shoot ot
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Grades:
4th - 12th
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