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Government simulations for homeschool
Julius Caesar Assassination CSI Inquiry for Ancient Rome World History
In this Julius Caesar CSI investigation, students take on the role of an investigator as they read testimony (compiled from primary and secondary evidence) related to Caesar's assassination. Ultimately, students seek to understand why Caesar was killed and who may have played a role. Students hear and learn from Cleopatra, Nicolaus of Damascus, Suetonius, Octavian, Mark Antony, Marcus Brutus, Sulla, and others. Students investigate their words and study their relationship to Caesar to gather de
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5th - 8th
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Legislative Branch Activity: Classroom Simulation on How a Bill Becomes a Law
Make civics practical and exciting for students using this Social Studies simulation that allows students to experience the Legislative Branch! Students will participate in writing bills for their school, community, or state while learning the various stages within the lawmaking process. All voices are heard as students become members of Congress, participate in committees, debate on the floor, and watch their President sign the bills that survive the entire process. Not only do students love
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6th - 12th
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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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Branches of Government Checks and Balances Federalism Stations and Gallery
In this Constitution and Three Branches of Government activity, students examine six easy-to-navigate text stations to explain the workings of the American government system, the 3 branches of government, checks and balances, amendments, and much more! Students complete guided notes on the Executive Branch, Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch, the Amendment Process, Federal System, and Checks and Balances. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my US Constitution
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5th - 8th
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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
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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How a Bill Becomes a Law Classroom Simulation 1 Week Activity Government Lesson
Need a fun way for your students to remember the process by which a Bill becomes Law? In this week-long interactive simulation your students will experience first hand the steps involved to pass a new law! What's included:- demographics for 4 states- 3 propositions- letters from constituents- vocabulary puzzle- vocabulary quiz- flow chart- creative writing assignment- suggested links- tons of student-led discussionsOverview of the SimulationMy students were so excited to vote on the propositi
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4th - 8th
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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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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.
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6th - 12th
U.S. Government Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
This virtual field trip bundle is a great way to infuse technology, spark curiosity, and look at various aspects of the U.S. government from multiple perspectives. These virtual field trips combine Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, visuals, and response questions to present information in a meaningful and interactive way. This bundle includes 4 complete trips!This Bundle Includes:1. Independence Hall & Liberty Bell VFT2. U.S. Capitol VFT3. White House VFT4. Supreme C
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5th - 7th
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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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Ancient Greek Government Simulation Activity!
Classroom energy levels and student engagement are sure to increase in this historical simulation! Students will get a taste of what it might be like as an ancient Greek living under an absolute monarchy, experience the unfairness of an oligarchy, and directly encounter the difficulties of a Greek-style direct democracy. Classroom energy will surely soar to new heights, as students become active participants in their own learning. Witness students’ enthusiasm blossom as they engage with histori
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6th - 12th
Also included in: The Ancient Greece BUNDLE! Simulations, Slides, and Activities!
Executive Command Game Reflection | Used with iCivics | Executive Branch Game
What does the President do during a day, week or even a month in office? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to learn and comprehend all the "hats" or roles that the President plays during his time in office. From talking to congress, vetoing bills, visiting various departments, and traveling to foreign countries, students will take the role of President and do their best to become a successful President of the United States.This worksheet is an excellent written companion t
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5th - 12th
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Create A Government Project
Watch student learning come alive through the joy of collaboration. The "Create A Governement Project" is a Project Based Learning (PBL) Activity that inspires student imagination and innovation by enabling them to create their own fictitious country and government to rule it. The development of this country will enhance mapping skills and integrate the use of graphs and charts as demographics are also employed from scratch. Once this imaginary nation is established students will then create a c
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8th - 12th
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Articles of Confederation Surgery Experience
Transform your classroom into a surgical room and give your students a hands-on experience with the Articles of Confederation. This interactive and engaging learning experience will bring history to life for your students. Watch our behind-the-scenes TIK TOK video to see the exciting and effective way to teach the AOC.With our user-friendly Google Slideshow, guiding your students through the process will be a breeze. The slideshow provides clear instructions, historical context, and all the nece
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Government/Constitution Bundle
Create the 28th Amendment to the Constitution American Government Project
Are you looking for a government project for your high school social studies, history or government class? Then this is the product for you! Included is everything you need for your students to develop their own amendment!!!Task/ObjectiveFor this project, the students will act as members of Congress who have been chosen to lead a committee for the purpose of drafting the 28th amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Their goal is to research, develop, and create a 28th amendment based on an issue th
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9th - 12th
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The Bill of Rights Booklet Project (Google Comp.)
The Bill of Rights Booklet Project Is your class learning about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights?In the Bill of Rights Booklet Project, students are tasked with working for the department of immigration and are tasked with creating a handbook for all new citizens of the United States. The handbook will serve as a guide for the citizens to understand and interpret their rights as American citizens. This booklet is a great way for students to fully comprehend the first ten amendments and un
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Bill of Rights Mini-Unit
Mock Congress Project Activity - Legislative Branch (Google Comp.)
Legislative Branch Mock Congress Project The mock congress project is a great way for students to understand the inner workings of the legislative branch and the process of how a bill becomes a law. This project can take anywhere from 5 – 11 days depending on how in-depth your class may want to take the project and how long your class periods are. Students are assigned to groups as legislators, placed in committees, and responsible for drafting a bill and attempting to create a law. Students wil
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Legislative Branch / Congress Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
The Island - Government and Economics PBL
The Island is a project based learning experience where students “live the experience” of discovering and being stranded on an island. Through this simulation, they will create fictional characters. These characters are then put into situations and incidents that create the plot. As the plot unfolds, students will experience the positive and negatives of a dictatorship, monarchy, and democracy. They will also evaluate needs versus wants and the basics of an economy. Constructed for 3rd and 5th
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2nd - 6th
How a Bill becomes a Law Simulation - School Uniform Example Bill
This How a Bill becomes a Law Simulation is PERFECT for your class. It is HIGHLY engaging and can take 1 - 2 days depending on how you want to structure it. The lesson plan includes several steps includes an independent, small group and whole class sections (evaluators LOVE it). In the simulation students are given an example bill: School Dress Code for the Next School Year This Bundle includes the Example Bill - editable and Lesson plans with directions Be the first to know about new products (
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: US History Bundle / Distance Learning
Forms of Government Bundle
This Bundle incorporates fun and engaging ways to teach the Forms of Government to your students. Included In This Bundle: Forms of Government SimulationForms and Types of Government Vocabulary and Flash CardsTypes and Forms Of Government PackForms of Government Personality QuizForms of Government Video NotesForms of Government Civics Writing Assignment
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5th - 12th
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Racing to Ratification! Ratifying the Constitution Simulation & Notes
Race to Ratify by icivics is an incredible way to teach your students the process of ratification! I created this game tracking sheet and note taking device to pair with it! I included ideas for a room transformation, links to supplies and ideas to step this lesson up a notch! Included in this product you get everything you need to print and go or ideas if you want to be a little over the top too! This is a great lesson for observation or just if you are looking for a way to spice things up for
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4th - 12th
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Presidential Elections Simulation
This is a fun project! I even make it a competition to see who can get elected by their class (sometimes I give the winners prizes, which gets the students even more pumped up to work hard!). The Mock Presidential Elections are meant to split students up into campaign groups, giving each student a specific responsibility that basically entails preparing their candidates for an exciting campaign. The handout includes the following: 1. A simulation overview, including what each person's role entai
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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