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9th grade civics resources for GATE
Articles of Confederation Simulation
This item is apart of a bundle! Teaching the Articles of Confederation? Need a engaging way for students to practice the knowledge they just learned? Have the students participate in the Congress of Confederation and work with other states to get task done for the United States.I conduct this simulation in my own classroom and the students love it! They really get into the role of the states and debate!Students walk away with a better understand of not just the weaknesses, but WHY the Articles o
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7th - 10th
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Cesar Chavez Day Power Point Presentation
Power Point Presentation, Cesar Chavez Day, Civil Rights, Human Rights, Pesticides, Fair Wages, Farms, Migrant Farmworkers, Mexican Americans, Chicano Studies, Ethnic Studies, Heroes, Social Justice, Multicultural Education, Holidays and Celebrations, Birthday, California, Arizona, Politics, US Government, Farm Workers, United Farmworkers Union, Latino, Dolores Huerta, Robert Kennedy, Spanish Language, Cultural studies
26 Slide Power Point Presentation on the Legacy of Cesar Chavez. This prese
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2nd - 12th
Political Parties: Notes,Quiz, and Make your Own Party
I love teaching about political parties! I especially love this lesson because students learn about the political spectrum and even take a quiz to find where they are on the spectrum.Students also create their own political party!This products includesPowerPoint presentationMake your own political party activity Democrats vs republican cut out worksheet Where are you on the spectrum quizPolitical Party notes Political Party notes for interactive notebookWant access to ALL of my civics resources?
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6th - 12th
The Constitutional Amendment Process: Notes, Lesson, and Math Activity Lesson
Looking for a way to teach the amendment process? I use this resource in my class; my student love learning about adding an amendment to the constitution. Take a break from your notes and readings, and try a little math in your social studies class.This Resource Includes:Notes Guided Notes Fraction fill in worksheetAmendment math worksheetVocabulary Failed Amendment worksheetWhat would happen if amendments were not added worksheetand much more!Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: American Government and Civics Constitution Bundle
Election Day: Mock Election Voting Activity
Want to conduct a mock election in your classroom? Have no time? Use this mock election that was created for middle and high school students. This activity is classroom tested and approved!This products includesteacher, student, and candidates instructionsoptional essaypower point discussion questionsballotssigns for classroomcandidates platform and speech worksheetsVoter registration cardsWant access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my we
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5th - 12th
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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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3rd - 12th
Multiple Perspectives on Public or Current Issues Guided Notes and Activity
Teaching multiple Perspectives in social studies? For years I struggled with teaching multiple perspectives in an engaging way. I created this resource as a way for students to understand multiple perspectives on current issues. When doing this lesson you will have to find an issue with multiple perspectives. In class I start off with showing a video of 2 perspectives and we complete the worksheet as a class. SS.7.C.2.13This resource includes: -Lesson Plan - Multiple Perspectives Worksheet- Pers
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6th - 12th
Second Amendment: Research and Class Debate (Gr. 7-12)
No study of the Constitution or current events is complete without a well researched and organized class debate. This resource provides teacher and student guidance through the 2nd Amendment debate process-- researching the Amendment and its modern application, the debate format, and a written reflection to conclude.This bundle includes:- Ppt to guide class- Research organizers for student use- Four sourced documents to spur research- Sentence starters for debate participant use- Sideline orga
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Systems of Government Student Created Gallery Walk
Having a hard time explaining systems of government? Use this student created gallery walk as a way for your students to think about and diagram systems of government. Gifted students will especially love this because it challenges them to think about how the power is distributed. Students will diagram how the power is distributed in a system of government and will walk around the room and guess their peers system of government. Watch your students as they make the systems of government easy to
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6th - 12th
Types and Forms of Government Differentiated Writing Activities
This is the perfect summative assessment after you have taught types of government! These differentiated writing activities include activities and writing prompts for three levels in the classroom. Level A-Students evaluate types of government Level B-Students respond to a quote and use a reading passage for evidenceLevel C- Students watch a video and respond to a hypothetical scenario.Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website
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6th - 12th
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Florida 7th Grade Civics Simulation SS.7.CG.2.9 Identify Bias & Propoganda
Introducing "Empowering Citizens: Addressing State and Local Issues through Public Policy Analysis." This innovative lesson and simulation provide students with the tools and knowledge to actively engage in addressing state and local problems through research, analysis, and advocacy. By immersing students in real-world scenarios, they will explore the intricate process of researching public policy alternatives, identifying relevant government agencies, and determining effective courses of action
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6th - 9th
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Differentiation support-- Adjusted Readings for "Creating the Constitution" Unit
Reading materials for ESOL and SpEd learners.
Bundle of accommodated readings to teach:
1. Articles of Confederation
2. Constitutional Convention
3. New Jersey Plan
4. Virginia Plan
5. 3/5 Compromise.
All articles adjusted-- chunked text, Lexile 500-900, focus questions as you read. Each reading is front-back, so it only takes one sheet of paper. Also blank, editable template for SQ3R reading strategy to be used with any text.
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- Adjusted readings on the Articles of Confede
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5th - 10th
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10 Supreme Court Cases Every Teen Should Know - The Judicial Branch
A high interest 2 - 3 day lesson for students studying the Supreme Court or the Judicial Branch. Students will get an overview of the "10 Supreme Court Cases Every Teen Should Know" (NY Times article) and create a detailed GATE frame that dives deeper into a case that interests them. Lastly, they will complete a Galley Walk to showcase their research and learn about the other cases. The lesson includes: - Teacher Led Presentation (Day 1) - Guided Notes Worksheet (Day 1) - Anticipation/Intro V
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6th - 12th
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Constitution Day Activity | Image Analysis + Non-Fiction Reading | No Prep
Looking for a no-prep and easy-to-implement way to teach your students about the U.S. Constitution on Constitution Day? Look no further than this Constitution Day Image Analysis and Non-Fiction Reading activity!Designed to fulfill the Constitution Day requirement for schools that receive federal funding, this activity includes teacher directions, an image, and an image analysis sheet that can be used for students from third grade through high school. Plus, it's perfect for just that particular d
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5th - 9th
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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
PRESIDENTIAL/VICE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE VIEWING GUIDE, ISSUES EXPLAINED
THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES ARE HISTORY IN THE MAKING. Make watching debates especially meaningful with this student friendly guide. Background information is provided about the debate structure. The HOT ISSUES are explained, and the political party platforms are shared to provide students essential background knowledge. The viewing guide allows students to focus in on one or more questions during the debate. It's flexible in use, and you can differentiate the assignment based on the skill of y
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5th - 12th
Discussion on the Constitution of the United States
This packet includes 15 worsheets that have questions to bring out the important concepts in the Constitution. It also contains a mind map that can be used as a final exam. They can be done either in class or as homework using the Constitution itself as a text. Discussion will be based on these questions. This is intended for students in grades 8-12 as some terminology is advanced. This unit should take at least 12 classes that last an hour each. You could easily break it down to 15 classes
AP US Government and Politics Supreme Court Case Movie Production
Not sure why thumbnails look off... this assignment focuses on the 15 cases that are part of the APGOPO redesign. It's pretty simple, I have the kids do most of the creative work! However, I have learned I need to have SPECIFIC directions for them to create valuable movies, which is why the directions included are so detailed. I have found it's easiest to have the students share the movie with me on Google classroom or put it on YouTube. I have them do the work independently- not so much in clas
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9th - 12th
COVID-19 The Pandemic of the 21st Century: An Inquiry-Based Activity
COVID 19 has consumed our lives, and it has had an immeasurable impact on our students. This product will help bring to light some of the impact COVID 19 has had on our country as a whole and bring greater understanding to the effects of a pandemic. Middle and High-School students will look at data and analyze news articles and photography to build an argument ... Has COVID 19 brought America together? or has it torn people apart?
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6th - 10th
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GATE ABC Book Project
I designed this project specifically for my GATE class due to it being more research based, but it can be adapted for any middle or high school curriculum. A rubric is included for easy grading!
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5th - 12th
Columbus Day: Differentiated Writing Activities
This is the perfect activity for Columbus day. Students will learn about Christopher Columbus impact (good and bad). Students can take notes in a graphic organizer and sum up their learning with a writing activity!What is included in the resource?Columbus impact power point Graphic OrganizerLeveled Writing Prompt and Activities Level A-Students evaluate impact of ColumbusLevel B-Students read about Columbus obstaclesLevel C- Students watch a video and decided if Columbus day should be changed.
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Year Long Holiday Activities for Middle School and High School Bundle
Bill of Rights Project
This is a project over the American Bill of Rights. It assesses student knowledge of the Bill of Rights.
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8th - 12th
Create Your Own Political Party GATE Civics Politics
The time is ripe for measured political discussion in our classrooms! After a discussion of the ideologies of the main political parties, use this resource to prompt students to create their own political party.
My students and I realized that there are some real contradictions in the beliefs and actions of both major political parties. Why do both parties shout for individual freedom on one issue, but turn around and clamor for government regulation of individual freedom on another issue? It
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6th - 12th
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