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2nd grade government lesson pdfs
Citizenship: Rights, Responsibilities, Rules, Laws, and MORE!
This unit contains eight EXPLICIT lessons that focus on the following concepts: 1. Citizens in their communities 2. Rights and responsibilities of citizens 3. Rules and laws citizens must follow in different settings 4. Citizens making responsible and irresponsible choices 5. Citizens communicating well with others 6. Citizens problem solving with others 7. Citizens showing respect and kindness with others. Each lesson provides an objective, student "I can statement," opportunities to build ba
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2nd - 4th
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Constitution Day Activities and Craft - Constitution Day Worksheets K-2nd Grade
Are you looking for kid friendly activities for Constitution Day on September 17th? This Print and Go Constitution Day craft and writing packet is already prepared for you to provide your K-2nd grade students with fun and easy to use hands-on learning activities for Constitution Day and help you create a bulletin board display for September that will be the envy of your school!You will guide your students in learning about Constitution Day and the Bald Eagle using these LOW PREP Constitution boo
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K - 2nd
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US Symbols Photo Posters of Statue of Liberty, Flag, Eagle Kindergarten & First
Getting ready to teach US Symbols? Looking for a poster set that includes a photo of the symbols? Grab this poster set that gives you a picture, plus simple facts for each of the following:US FLAGLINCOLN MEMORIALWASHINGTON MEMORIALBALD EAGLESTATUE OF LIBERTYWHITE HOUSE LIBERTY BELLAfter using them in your lessons, add them to a bulletin board! They'd look great with those directed drawings that are so fun & popular to do with students. Need more kindergarten and first grade resources for soc
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K - 2nd
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Virginia Symbols Mini Unit
This mini unit is a great way to teach students about the state of Virginia and its symbols. Over a week-long period, students will learn what Virginia looks like and about the state flag, tree, and bird. Included in this unit:
-Unit Plan: The 5-day unit plan includes a detailed description of what will be taught each day. Within each lesson there is a materials list, an objective, and step-by-step lesson instructions.
-Activity: Each day students will create a page to go in their Virginia
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K - 2nd
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Communities: 2nd Grade Social Studies in a Cinch!
Communities: Second Grade Social Studies UnitFour weeks of content-rich Social Studies printables for a second grade unit on communities. With so much emphasis and time required to teach reading and math in the primary grades, fitting Social Studies into the academic day can be a challenge! Often, there is little time left to address the required content. This resource provides 4 weeks worth of Social Studies printables and center/game activities to make fitting Social Studies into your day a C
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1st - 3rd
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Rights and Responsibilities of Citizens | Social Studies Mini Unit
Teaching students about rights and responsibilities of citizens can be tough! Let this week-long unit plan make it easy for you! This unit was built from a need for primary Social Studies resources. This Social Studies curriculum can be used with or without a Social Studies textbook. All activities are designed to cover important Social Studies topics in a grade-appropriate and timely manner. What topics are covered in this week-long lesson?- I can identify examples of good citizenship.- I can i
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2nd - 3rd
American Government & Citizenship Unit
This unit is perfect for introducing the concept of government and teaching students that we are each contributing citizens in our communities and country! In this unit you will find:-17 Vocabulary Cards: citizen, cooperate, responsibility, government, laws, consequences, government services, tax, volunteer, petition, council, election, vote, mayor, governor, judge, and president-Vocabulary interactive notebook flaps, with cut and paste definitions.-9 Instructional pages covering:What is a Citiz
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2nd - 4th
Also included in:Â 3rd Grade Social Studies BUNDLE: Map skills and Government
Road to the American Revolution
This unit has been designed to teach the American Revolution in a fun and engaging way. I have included plenty of hands-on activities mixed with a variety of literature. Your students are sure to love learning about the Road to Revolution!
Included in this unit is:
-recommended literature
-essential questions
-KWL chart
-Vocabulary booklets and cards
-Instructions, resources, and activities for: The Thirteen Colonies, George Washington/King George III, Loyalists/Patriots, The Stamp Act, The B
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1st - 3rd
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Second Grade Common Core Social Studies/Civics and Governance
This is an 8 day unit to teach Common Core Social Studies Standards 2.C&G 1.1-2. There are lesson plans, a student book and a unit test. Students will explore the concept of communities, citizens, rights and responsibilities, government services, laws, rules, consequences, and authority. This is a simple way to meet those Social Studies standards. Copy, staple and teach! It's that simple!
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2nd
Tennessee Symbols
This unit includes everything you need to put together an informational book on Tennessee's state symbols. This coorelates with the new TN Social Studies standards that are being adopted and implemented for the 2014-2015 school year. Included are 4 different versions of the book to meet the needs and differentiate instruction for all of your learners.
-A craft version with patterns for all of the symbols (hands on activities)
-A writing version for your higher level learners. This will help to
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PreK - 2nd
Middle School Social Studies Bundle Gr. PK-12
This Middle School Social Studies Bundle for grades PK-12 is your ENTIRE YEAR'S SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM in one bundle. Filled with HANDS-ON activities, ENGAGING scenarios and COMPREHENSION questions that cover your State Standards, and written to Bloom's Taxonomy. The activities in this bundle can be used for whole-group, small group, or individual work. NO PREP necessary, just print!This BUNDLE includes 850 pages and will provide you with an ENTIRE YEAR of Social Studies lesson plans. A $224
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PreK - 12th
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State, Local Government and Class Elections Technology Integration
This unit was designed to meet Colorado Content Standards for Third Grade.
This 35 page unit is designed to be taught over 20 days of class time. It integrates technology for several lessons. It introduces students to state and local government positions:
Senator
State Representatives
Governor
Mayor/ City Manager
City Council
It teaches the process of elections, voting, political parties and how a bill becomes a law. There is a unit assessment and a class election as a culminating act
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2nd - 5th
US Facts & Symbols 1st/2nd/3rd Grade-Activities & Colorful Informational Posters
This 25-page ELA/SS packet is all you need to teach the basics on U.S. facts and symbols. All symbols come with student-friendly informational text, illustration, and an interactive, student-centered writing activity. This packet can be printed as a student packet and can last for 2 weeks-worth of instruction. In addition, it also comes with colorful signs of the symbols for easy classroom display and are very helpful in whole-group discussions. Most importantly, writing activities are both en
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in:Â 1st & 2nd Grade Social Studies CURRICULUM Bundle- (14 Resources in One)
What Is the Declaration of Independence?
This product contains a reading passage to give students an overview of the Declaration of Independence, a multiple choice check for understanding, and a reflection page.Perfect for a quick Celebrate Freedom Week activity!
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2nd - 5th
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3rd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Michigan Public Issues Unit
The sixth and final unit in 3rd graded Michigan Social Studies that addresses public issues. Unit correlates to concepts in the MC3 curriculum and meets Michigan Social Studies standards. Lessons are typically taught over a two day span.GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS LINKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PDF DOWNLOAD ON THE GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS PAGEUnit has been updated to include links to copy files from Google Drive which can be used in distance learning, virtual learning, Google classroom, etc.Check out a Michiga
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in:Â 3rd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Michigan YEAR LONG Units
Government Unit
Back to School Rules Activities! These activities on rules, power, and authority were created to cover the C3 purposes of government standards. They cover topics on bullying and why we need rules, so they would also work well for back to school, PBIS, and anti-bullying topics. These engaging lessons will allow your students to cover important Social Studies standards, while still working on tested reading and writing standards. Several of the activities are differentiated to accommodate your
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K - 2nd
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Girl Scout Brownies Democracy Badge Activity Plan - All Steps - Ballot Voting
This activity bundle was designed to fulfill all requirements of the Brownie Democracy Badge. The Leader's Guide outlines discussion points and questions to prompt interactive teaching. The corresponding workbook and activities keep the girl engaged and reinforce discussion topics. The Leader's Guide outlines step-by-step instructions for each activity with a corresponding workbook page for the girls to complete.Visit our webpage to view our complete listing of resources.*On My Honor is not aff
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2nd - 3rd
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Constitution Day Activities & Coloring Book: First, Second, Third Grade Activity
Finding an age-appropriate lesson for Constitution Day can be challenging. This printable booklet is perfect for meeting the requirement to teach students about the Constitution quickly and easily. Plus, it's written in a kid-friendly way that they can easily understand. With 2 different options of complexity, you can pick the version that's best for your students.It's perfect for Constitution Day or for any social studies unit on the Constitution. It includes….Our Constitution Booklet - Easier
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1st - 3rd
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Social Studies: Peace & Resolution | Power and Authority
Social Studies - Power and Authority This resource includes all outcomes and indicators for Grade 1 - Unit 3 "Power & Authority", in the Saskatchewan Social Studies curriculum. It includes 13 engaging and ready to use lessons. It also includes First Nation content. This resource can easily be used for any primary social studies program! The outcomes included are for:Â PA1.1 Analyze actions and practices in the family, classroom, and on the playground that support peace and harmony, including
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1st - 2nd
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Also included in:Â Grade 1 Social Studies Bundle
Government Bundle- Meaningful foldables, printables, and activities!
Everything you need for an engaging, exciting government unit! Sarah Roberts and I have collaborated to create this meaningful bundle. We wanted items to use that would intrigue students and encourage them to explore, discuss, and create items to remember the most important information.
Activities included in this bundle are:
* Parent interview about democracy and government
* List: 10 things that make you a good citizen
* Class definition: What is government?
* Acrostic poem: What is a demo
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1st - 5th
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Kindergarten Voting {What Pet Should I Get?}
Use Theo Geisel's What Pet Should I Get? and vote with your kindergarteners.
Here's what's included in this mini-lesson:
-a written out lesson plan for you.
-blank graphic organizers for students to write what they know about each pet
-writing prompts
-voting cards
-graph for the vote
-ballot box poster
-voted pins
Click the preview to see all that is included.
This does NOT include anything about the presidential election. This is a mere introduction to voting while keeping politics aside.
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PreK - 2nd
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George Washington Biography Unit Pack Research Project Revolutionary Americans
Are you looking for an engaging way to get your students excited about social studies? Do your standards cover biographies of important historical figures? Look no further!This George Washington biography unit pack is the perfect resource to add to your biography or Revolutionary Americans social studies unit/curriculum!This biography unit pack covers everything your students need to know about the life and accomplishments of George Washington! Included is a nonfiction passage about George's lif
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in:Â Revolutionary Americans Biography Unit Pack Bundle for Social Studies
Levels of Government Interactive Tab Style Flipbook
This Levels of Government resource is an informational tab-style flipbook created for students to learn all about the three levels of government: local, state, and national government. This resources is for younger learners to use to fill-in-the-blanks and learn about the leaders at each level of government and some basic responsibilities of each level. The flipbook includes a cover, a page explaining what government is, a page for local government, state government, and national government. The
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2nd - 3rd
Also included in:Â Georgia Social Studies BUNDLE
Presidents' Day Activity - United States Coins
Presidents' Day U.S. coin activity. You can also use this to spice up your elementary United States history or government lessons. Your students will create an 8 page picture book, fill in the blanks, color and glue in the pictures, all while learning about the history of U.S. coins. Find out when coin production started, which coin was introduced much later than the others, when the presidents first appeared on the coins, and which coin was even smaller than the dime!
This also includes a shor
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
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