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7th grade elections - voting lessons under $5
Political Parties 2.6 - Democrats, Republicans & Third Parties Civics EOC
Political Parties - Democrats, Republicans & Third Parties: PowerPoint, Lesson Plan, Smart Board Activity, Flipped Class Video and Various ActivitiesThese lessons will be updated soon (stay tuned), but this is still a tested benchmark. The content is the same for the 2024 Florida Civics EOC exam. This lesson also works great for any civics, government, or U.S. history course.This lesson is an excellent introduction to political parties. Students are provided with an overview of the history o
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle III
2020 Election, Presidential Unit: Biden and Trump, Biographies and More!
2020 Presidential Election Unit Everything you need to teach this year's election to your students. This is an unusual year and students will be talking about the election this fall. This unit will provide all of the background they need on the candidates, their stances on the issues, and the presidential election process itself. No prep! Print and teach!Digital Lessons Included!Lessons included with this unit:*2020 Presidential Election Vocabulary*Election Process Lesson/w Follow-up Activity*
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4th - 8th
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Electoral College Lesson Plan
This Electoral College lesson is an awesome way to ensure your students understand the process of how the president is elected, along with famous examples of how it has impacted various elections in US History. The download includes a PowerPoint (and Google Slides option) overview all about the Electoral CollegeThe Constitutional backgroundHow the Electoral College worksWho the electors areIssues with the processQuotes from Alexander Hamilton and James Madison... and more! A guided notes workshe
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7th - 10th
Create Your Own Political Party Project
Want an engaging, hands-on project to help your students learn about political parties? Try my Create Your Own Political Party Project! This resource provides a complete, ready-to-implement project for students learning about political parties that will allow students in groups of four to create their own. The project includes instructions for four group roles as well as an individual rubric to assess each student. The file contains full instructions for teachers including common core standards,
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Create Your Own Political Party Digital and Printable Bundle
Interest Groups & the Media 2.6: Influencing Politics - Civics EOC
Interest Groups & the Media: Influencing Politics - PowerPoint, Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Smart Board Activity, State Exam Practice Test and Various ActivitiesTeach your students about how Interest Groups and the Media influence the political process and the government. Influence Groups and the Media play play a big role in how we shaping the political landscape. On the Civics EOC Exam and various civics and US Government courses, students are asked to identify how interest groups and the medi
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle III
Election Process and Voting Lesson Plan
This lesson plan on the election process in America covers everything from nominations through voting with a variety of activities to keep your students engaged. The download includes a PowerPoint (and Google Slides version) guided notes worksheets, flipped classroom video, readings for stations or groups, interactive notebook activity, and lesson plan. The PowerPoint covers the entire election process with simple notes on things like nominations, caucuses, primaries, voting, voter behavior, and
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7th - 10th
Resistance to Reconstruction: Sharecropping, KKK, Jim Crow Laws
I found that students lacked a true understanding of the institutionalized racism and social/political/economic challenges African Americans faced in the 100 years between the end of slavery and the first breakthroughs of the Civil Rights Movement. To provide more context, I created this assignment explaining sharecropping, the KKK, Jim Crow Laws, Poll Taxes, Literacy Tests, and Grandfather Clauses. It is very informative and great for class discussion afterwards and linking to modern times.
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7th - 12th
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Comparing Constitutions 3.12: The U.S. vs. the Florida State Constitution Civics
Comparing Constitutions 3.12: The U.S. vs. the Florida State Constitution CivicsThis lesson provides a comparison between the U.S. Constitution and the Florida State Constitution. This lesson teaches students about the similarities include: both contain a preamble, articles, create three branches of government, and reflect separation of powers. Students will learn how Florida is on its sixth constitution with its current version established in 1968, and how slavery affected the number of version
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6th - 11th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle III
President Election and Election Day Activities
Do your students want to learn more about the presidential election and what it takes to become president of the United States? The purpose of this activity is to engage your students by having them become detectives and learn about the process of electing a president of the United States. This resource is especially helpful at the time of an election but it can be used whenever. Students (or detectives) can earn the highest election detective ranking- Election President!UPDATED FOR 2020 ELECTIO
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4th - 7th
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Election Process Webquest
The assignment contains 35 questions about the U.S. presidential election process. Students will use a kid-friendly website to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great lesson plan! *I have included critical thinking questions at the end of the assignment. *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics/Key Vocabulary: Requirements for presidential candidates E
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Constitution Unit Bundle
Political Parties - Civics SOL: Functions, Similarities, & 3rd Parties
Political Parties - Civics SOL: Functions, Similarities, & 3rd Parties
This lesson teaches students about the role of campaign contributions and costs in America’s political system. Students will learn about how the rising costs of campaigns have changed the political landscape of the United States. Students will learn how this has required candidates to spend more time raising donations, limited the opportunity to run for political office, encouraged the development of PACs, and given incr
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6th - 12th
Lincoln-Douglas Debates Reading
A great READING resource with QUESTIONS and ANSWER KEY included! It focuses on the Lincoln-Douglas Debates. Included are 1 page reading, 1 question sheet and 1 answer key! Perfect for homework assignments, classwork or test review! Can be used for both middle and high school level. The reading defines what debates are and provides context on why Lincoln and Douglas debated. Next, it focuses on events that shaped the topic of the debates. This includes Kansas-Nebraska Act, Bleeding Kansas, and t
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Politics: Evaluating Candidates 2.6 - Debates, Platforms, Qualifications, & Bias
Politics: Evaluating Candidates 2.6 - Debates, Platforms, Qualifications, & Bias - Civics EOC These lessons will be updated soon (stay tuned), but this is still a tested benchmark. The content is the same for the 2024 Florida Civics EOC exam. This lesson also works great for any civics, government, or U.S. history course.This lesson teaches students about qualifications, debates, issue-based platforms & advertisements for running for political office. Students will learn about what voter
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Civics / Government Bundle III
Election Day an Elections and Voting Differentiated Close Reading
Perfect for elections 2022 This Election Day in America Voting and Elections is a part of my From Sea to Shining Sea Close Reading Passage series. It is complete with everything you need to tie together your social studies and literacy instruction!Check out the PREVIEW to see what all is included in this differentiated close reading pack! The passage included is provided in THREE differentiated reading ranges for upper elementary and middle school. To ensure quick, easy, and discreet different
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: NOVEMBER Close Reading Bundle
Iowa Caucus (2024 Edition) Lesson Plan + Artifacts + Questions
This lesson explores the 2024 Iowa Caucuses. Students will analyze three different artifacts (a reader, current polling data and a news article) to learn about the 2024 Iowa Caucus.This incredible package includes:- Lesson Plan- Three Artifacts (reader, current polling data and news article)- Question worksheet- Answer Key
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6th - 12th
Bias In News Media Student Guide & Activity - PDF & Google Doc Formats
Bias in the News Media Student Guide & Activity**2020 Update: Additional inclusion of Confirmed Bias information. Google Slide versions of Student Info Guide and Handout for use with virtual learning! PDF Version includes the link to Google folder with documents and page images to use with a learning management system.Whether you are focusing on political ads for campaigns or daily news and broadcasts, this student 6-page printable is the perfect reference handout to use in introducing types
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4th - 7th
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Five Constitutional Compromises (U.S. History)
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about 5 of the key Compromises made during the United States Constitutional Convention of 1787. This lesson includes a Political Cartoon analysis worksheet, Informational text (Editable), a graphic organizer summation activity, critical response essay prompt (with rubric) and an assessment quiz to check for comprehension and understanding. I have also included a written lesson plan for your convenience.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: U.S. History Mega Bundle: Over 100 American History Lessons
Women's History: Alice Paul and the 19th Amendment PowerPoint
My students love this PowerPoint on the Women's Suffrage Movement. The following topics are covered:Early Suffrage Movement in the United StatesSeneca FallsSuffrage Movement in EnglandAlice PaulProtests and Imprisonment of SuffragettesWomen and WWIPassage of the 19th AmendmentThe PowerPoint is 80 slides; it usually takes two class periods for my students to cover the information. The PowerPoint includes questions for students to discuss and answer. The Powerpoint works great when complimented wi
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7th - 12th
Persuasive Techniques - Used In Advertising & Propaganda
Great for Election Year Propaganda too!Be A Super hero Media Spy—Locate and Identify Persuasion Techniques in the MediaPolitical parties know who their target audience is and how to use techniques to sway voters towards their candidate. The same tactics are used in marketing products and services to consumers. Included In This Product:**Student Guide **Ethos, Pathos, and Logos Signs — 3 half page signs**Persuasive Technique Signs — 16 full page signsMany Ways To Use!Student Guide Handout & S
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4th - 7th
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INTRODUCTION TO THE AUSTRALIAN CONSTITUTION
This fully editable resource has been designed in line with the Australian Year 7-8 Civics and Citizenship Curriculum. Students move through four stations in which they learn about the separation of powers (legislature, executive, judiciary) and changing the Constitution via a referendum. It is has been designed as an introductory task. Each station includes an information card which provides students with background knowledge of the area of study and a related activity. It also includes an exit
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6th - 8th
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Why Don't People Vote? Root Cause Analysis and Decision Making
If you're reading this description, you probably teach kids about the importance of voting. Every student hears this message in school- so why DON'T people vote as an adult?In this thinkLaw lesson students spend time conducting a root cause analysis for the problem of low voter turnout. Is it apathy? Are people overwhelmed? Do people feel that their votes don't matter? Have your students wrestle with these issues.- Students determine reasons why U.S. citizens do not vote- Students analyze t
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6th - 8th
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Election of 1860 Reading
A great READING resource with QUESTIONS and ANSWER KEY included! It focuses on the topic of Election of 1860.
Included are 1 page reading, 1 page question sheet and 1 page answer key! Perfect for homework assignments, classwork or reading for test review! Can be used for both middle and high school level.
The reading first provides a background context about the underlying tensions that surrounds the 1860 election. This involves explaining how John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry and the 1858
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Alice Paul and the 19th Amendment Worksheet: Great Reading
This worksheet allows students learn about the protests in front of the White House by Alice Paul and other suffragettes. I use this worksheet to give students a stronger understanding of politics and people behind the 19th Amendment. My students love this worksheet and many students want to learn more about the protests and arrests of the suffragettes. This activity is very easy to use. All you have to do is print off the reading from the following website for classroom use or direct students
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6th - 12th
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New Hampshire Primary 2024 (Lesson Plan + Artifacts + Questions)
This lesson explores the 2024 New Hampshire Primary Elections. Students will analyze three different artifacts ( a reader, current polling data and a news article) to learn about the 2024 New Hampshire Primary Elections.This incredible package includes:- Lesson Plan- Three Artifacts (reader, current polling data and news article)- Question worksheet- Answer Key
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6th - 12th
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