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5th grade government lessons
Declaration of Independence Activity: The Big Break Up Letter & Texting Activity
The Declaration of Independence was really just a big "break-up" letter written by the colonists to the King of Great Britain. This historical document was written to convince the world of the King's abuses and to let everyone know that the colonies no longer wanted to be in a relationship with Great Britain. While studying the Declaration of Independence, students will use this assignment as a reinforcement to understand just what Jefferson wrote in this historical document. The lesson start
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Constitution Unit
The Constitution is so much fun to teach! Are you looking for a fresh, engaging, active Constitution unit? You've found it! The activities in this unit will not only help your students learn about the Constitution… they will bring excitement and engagement to your classroom! All of the activities included in this unit are student favorites! ** This unit was recently revised! **Contents of this unit: Pages 3-5: Articles of Confederation-Passage and Cloze ActivityPages 6-8: Creating a Constitution
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Constitution Bundle
U.S. Government Unit includes 3 Branches of Government
U.S. Government - This comprehensive GOVERNMENT UNIT includes all the information needed to teach government in your classroom. No textbook is needed! It includes informational text in chronological order along with activities, projects, and assessments. Check out the preview!It is now available in GOOGLE, POWERPOINT AND PDF.DISTANCE LEARNING:GOVERNMENT UNIT TEACHER PDF: Plans, study guides, printables, answer keys and links for GOOGLE.GOVERNMENT UNIT TEXT AND ACTIVITIES: Google Slides AND Powe
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3rd - 6th
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3 Branches of Government 3D Project Cube *History Craftivity*
Bring history to life by creating a 3D Project Cube for 3 Branches of Government. The students will be excited to get out of the text book, or plain old lecturing. Excite your students with this fun 3D Project Cube. When can you use it?Review Time: Use the cube as a review activity to reinforce key concepts before an assessment or as a quick refresher.Small Groups: Assign small groups of students to work collaboratively on the cube, encouraging teamwork and discussion.Exemplary Task: Showcase ex
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4th - 12th
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American History, U.S. History Curriculum, Social Studies, Print, Google Slides
American History - No-Prep U.S. History Curriculum - You will not need a textbook with any of my Social Studies Units! It includes all the text needed to learn and understand that part of history. This American History Bundle covers nine social studies units for U.S. History. You will find informational text, activities, reading comprehension questions, graphic organizers, charts, study guides, tests, projects and so much more for Native Americans, Explorers, Colonial Times, Revolutionary War, G
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3rd - 6th
Civics and Government | Social Studies Unit Bundle
A complete social studies unit to teach your students about civics and government in the United States! This Civics and Government Unit contains 140+ pages of engaging activities, supplemental worksheets, formal and informal assessments, a study guide, unit test, and much more!This unit may be used as a replacement or supplement to a traditional textbook series. Informational worksheets and engaging activities allow your students to discover meaning within each lesson without the need for a trad
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2nd - 5th
Ontario Grade 5 Social Studies The Role of Canadian Government and Citizenship
Teaching Grade 5 students about The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship in Canada does NOT have to be a dry, boring chore! Make this social studies strand come alive with an inquiry-based unit that has your students exploring social and environmental issues of interest to them and learning how federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal governments affect these issues. Students will be recording their new knowledge in an Action Plan flipbook, while also working towards a culmina
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Ontario Grade 5 Social Studies PRINTABLE BUNDLE
American Revolution: Taxes, Boston Massacre, Tea Party, Battles & Events, & MORE
Looking for a comprehensive and engaging social studies unit for your third, fourth, or fifth grade students? Look no further! Our American Revolution unit has everything you need to make history come alive in your classroom.With a teacher guide, hands-on student activities (available in both printable and digital formats), learning centers, a review game, and a unit assessment, you'll have everything you need to teach your students about the causes of the American Revolution, major battles and
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Ontario Grade 5/6 Social Studies PRINTABLE BUNDLE
Are you an Ontario Grade 5/6 teacher tired of trying to teach two separate curriculums without losing your sanity? This Social Studies Printable Bundle has been designed to help you manage the 2023 Ontario Social Studies Curriculum expectations in a blended, seamless manner. (Yes, both strands have been updated to address the new Grade 6 expectations from the Ontario curriculum!!)NOTE: This printable bundle is ALSO available in digital form. Check it out here:Ontario Grade 5/6 Digital Full Y
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Declaration of Independence Activity - Declaration Detectives
Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach the Declaration of Independence to your middle school and high school students? This Declaration detective activity is perfect to help your class dig into what the The Declaration of Independence is really about. Through this resource, students will leave with a deeper understanding of the reasons why the colonists decided to break ties with England and become their own nation.What is Included:-Teacher Tips (2-pages) -Introductory Handout (colo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: American Revolution - Revolutionary War Bundle of Activities
US Constitution Activity - Constitution Detectives
If you are looking to teach the US Constitution in a fun and engaging way, then you will want to check out our Constitution Detectives activity! Reading and understanding the US Constitution can be difficult for students. This detective activity is perfect to help your class dig into what the Constitution is really about. Through this resource, students will leave with a deeper understanding of the three branches of government and how our democracy works.Students will be learning about key vocab
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: United States Historical Documents Bundle
New Nation and United States Government Unit Bundle
This New Nation and United States Government bundle include everything you need to teach about how the United States formed and the basis of the United States government!Topics Covered:- Articles of Confederation- Constitution & Constitutional Convention of 1787- Three Branches of Government / Checks and Balances- Bill of Rights- War of 1812Includes:• Articles of Confederation PowerPoint and Notes• Articles of Confederation Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity• Constitution and Constitu
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3rd - 5th
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Manifest Destiny: Oregon Territory, Mexican-American War, California Gold Rush
Manifest Destiny: the Oregon Territory, the Mexican-American War, the California Gold Rush, and MoreHaving trouble with the Kahoot link? They changed their links - here is the new one: https://create.kahoot.it/share/manifest-destiny-mexican-american-war-oregon-territory-california-gold-rush/9fdef15c-2938-4e5e-83a2-6925497ddb5dThis lesson teaches students about Manifest Destiny and its impact on America. The major themes of this lesson are the dispute over the Oregon Territory, the Mexican-Americ
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4th - 11th
Also included in: Early US History Bundle: 1492 - Civil War
Ontario Grade 5 Social Studies Government & Citizenship of Canada Inquiry Unit
Do you struggle with keeping your students engaged and interested in social studies? Do you wish you had high-quality resources that can save you time and simplify planning? Look no further! Our Government of Canada Complete Unit is here to help. As a teacher, you may often find yourself spending hours preparing lesson plans, creating assessments, and finding resources for your social studies curriculum. This can be a daunting task, especially when you want to keep your students engaged and inte
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5th
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My Entire North Carolina Government Unit | BUNDLE
Looking for North Carolina government resources for your classroom? This bundle includes all 9 of my North Carolina Government products and lessons found individually in my store. Citizenship: Rights & ResponsibilitiesThis product introduces students to the rights and responsibilities of citizens at home, school, in the community, state, and country. It includes 6 pages of text, 13 multiple choice/open-ended questions, and a 2-page cut-n-paste activity. A total of 8 students pages is includ
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3rd - 5th
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Ontario Grade 4/5 Social Studies PRINTABLE BUNDLE
Teaching a split grade classroom can be challenging, but social studies doesn't have to be! Check out this Grade 4/5 Social Studies Bundle, written to meet the expectations of the 2018 Ontario Curriculum. This full-year unit contains tons of engaging activities for your students, and it allows you to teach just ONE lesson to BOTH grades, using the big ideas of the curriculum.****PLEASE NOTE: This bundle is also available in digital format. Check it out here:Ontario Grade 4/5 Social Studies Full
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4th - 5th
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Ontario Gr. 5/6 Social Studies Strand B Canada at Home & in the Global Community
Are you a Grade 5/6 Ontario teacher tired of teaching two separate social studies units? Would you love to use ready-made three-part blended lesson plans that allow you to teach both grades together? This Canada’s Actions at Home and in the Global Community resource is a split Grade 5/6 inquiry-based unit that supports the 2023 Strand B Ontario Social Studies Curriculum for Grade 5 and Grade 6. This resource blends the content from:Grade 5: Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship Grade
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Ontario Grade 5/6 Social Studies PRINTABLE BUNDLE
American Civil War Major Battles & Events, Life as a Soldier & Reconstruction
Your next social studies unit is planned for you! This complete social studies unit on the American Civil War teaches students about the causes and effects of the Civil War. Students will learn about the differences between the North and the South, slavery in the South, political decisions made during the Civil War as it relates to slavery, major battles and events of the Civil War, as well as the Reconstruction era. Resources include a teacher guide, hands-on students activities (printable or
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4th - 5th
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4th Grade Social Studies Economics Curriculum Unit Google Slides
4th grade Social Studies Curriculum themed in Economics and includes lesson plans, reading passages, assessments, activities, and more. Each activity is also linked and downloadable to Google Drive for use in Google Classroom or other platforms. Unit correlates to concepts in the MC3 curriculum and meets Michigan Social Studies standards. Lessons are typically taught over a two day span.UPDATE: All files have been edited and updated where necessary!GOOGLE DRIVE ACCESS LINKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE
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3rd - 5th
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Judicial Branch Simulation: "No Vehicles on the Sidewalk"
"The Judicial Branch interprets the law." When I say this to my students for the first time, they all have the same blank look on their faces. My students always benefit from a simulation of what it means to "interpret a law." After completing this activity, they have a firm grasp on the importance of interpreting laws and the difficult decisions made by members of the Judicial Branch.
This packet contains 2 introduction pages and 6 scenarios in which students will help "interpret" the law.
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Branches of Government Bundle
✩Idaho History and Geography for the YEAR! HUGE!!✩ CCSS Integration! Top Rated.
✩✩✩LIFETIME UPDATES!✩✩✩IDAHO HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR! Meets all of Idaho Content Standards, Social Studies, Fourth GradeWith CCSS Science, Reading, Writing, ELA, and Math Integration! Teacher Tool Kit with Every Section.Top Reviews: See all reviews on the listing page. Here's one example: This is easily the most comprehensive Idaho History & Geography file I've ever seen. It's worth every single penny and truly brings Idaho's History/Geography to life. My students LOVED o
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Branches of Government Bundle
The Branches of Government are engaging and fun to teach with this bundle!
Here are the contents of each product:
Executive Branch: Lessons and Activities
* Executive Branch Lesson and Fold-Up Activity
* The Path to the Presidency: lesson and questions
* The Electoral College: lesson and questions
* The Rights and Responsibilities of the President: lesson and questions
* Get Involved! Write a Letter to the President! (Includes Scoring Sheet)
* Executive Branch Shuffle: A Review ‘n Glue
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5th - 6th
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Ellis Island Immigration Webquest
Students will learn about Ellis Island and European immigration to America. The Ellis Island Webquest uses an engaging website that allows students to explore Ellis Island and learn about the positive and negative experiences immigrants had at Ellis Island. Click here to view the website.The webquest contains 55 questions and is a great way for students to learn more about the following topics: • What was Ellis Island used for?• What was Ellis Island like for immigrants?
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Ellis Island and Angel Island Immigration Lesson Plan Collection
EMERGENCY SUB PLANS for Social Studies/ELA (3rd,4th!) PRINT AND GO! NO PREP!
Don't worry about emergency sub plans anymore! Just print, copy, and store in your Emergency Sub Bin or Folder! This resource includes FIVE DAYS of highly engaging plans for your social studies classroom. These activities integrate literacy skills, so you could even use this for an ELA classroom! Resource Includes: 50+ PagesTeacher Page: Detailed description and overview + copies needed Sub Pages: Feedback Forms, Schedules/Procedures, and Detailed Directions for Activities {Editable Version in G
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3rd - 5th
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