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Free government rubrics
AP Government Argument Essay Organizer- Exam Prep Template!
The Argument Essay requirement on the AP Government & Politics exam can be difficult for students to organize. This simple, student-friendly template makes it easy for students to properly construct a well-planned essay. A sample 'Argument Essay' prompt is also included to use as a guide, practice, or as an assignment. In addition, this essay preparation template is Google compatible. Make it easier for your students to feel prepared for the exam!Need lesson ideas and activities for the
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10th - 12th
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Also included in:Â AP Government- UNIT 5 Bundle: PowerPoints, Assessments, Vocab, & More!
Constitution Children's Book PBL
Here is a copy of my challenge brief for the Constitution Children's book. It was a really fun Project Based Learning Activity. Our students created these books and read them to our feeder elementary school's 4th graders. Let me know if you want more information. I can send you the PDF if you want. Just send me an email.
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8th - 11th
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3 branches of the United States government project
This project allows students to demonstrate the 3 branches of the U.S. government in a format of their choice. It also allows for extra credit by showing the checks and balances system. Project comes with description and a rubric for grading.
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5th - 11th
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Roman Republic DBQ
**Documents can be found at: http://sheg.stanford.edu/rlh, but are NOT included in this product.**
You can join the Stanford Historical Education Group for free and access so many wonderful resources through their curriculum, Reading Like a Historian.
This editable product is merely an assignment sheet, rubric, and graphic organizer that can be used with the Roman Republic DBQ on SHEG's site (or any DBQs).
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6th - 10th
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Government Observation Opportunities
These are examples of places that students can observe their government in action. These are specific to the Roseville/ Sacramento area but can be used as a reference guide to find similar agencies in your local area
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12th
Also included in:Â Government Observation Project
The Declaration of Independence Project Ideas and Rubric
In need of project ideas for teaching the Declaration of Independence? Look no further. This item provides you with five (5) options that allow for student choice while hitting the standards required by your curriculum. In addition, there is a requirement list for students and an easy-to-use rubric. Make history fun for you and your students.
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Not Grade Specific
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Current Events Social Studies Project
Multiple project options to get students excited about a current event/issue of their choice. Students can write a rap or poem, a movie script, create a billboard, or record a two minute commercial. I assign this project over the summer. Our first unit is American government which culminates in students writing letters to their representatives. Students often choose to write about the current event they studied over the summer.
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6th - 8th
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Landmark Supreme Court Case Research Packet
This research packet is used to guide student research on a Supreme Court Case. Students will research the constitutional question at the center of the case, the arguments on both sides of the case, as well as the Supreme Court's opinion including information on majority, dissenting, and concurring opinions. I have also included a Supreme Court Case essay assignment sheet (which I give the students following the completion of the research packet) as well as a peer edit rubric to use prior to s
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9th - 12th
Preamble to the Constitution Grading Rubric and Check-Off Sheet
Preamble to the Constitution Grading Rubric and Check-Off Sheet*Updated 4/4/22 with corrections*"Memorize the Preamble to the United States Constitution using the resources provided by your teacher (songs, PowerPoints, hand motions, etc.). Practice at least one time all the way through with a parent or guardian. You will be tested one-on-one with your teacher on ____________."Can be used with this video from School House Rock- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtYrorYu9OEAnother good resource for
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5th - 12th
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Mini Essay Prompt: Is Government Necessary?
The mini Essay is intended to be assigned in a US Government class that has covered the following topics: Citizen & Government--how government affects our lives every day and different forms of government. This bundle includes essay prompt/rubric.
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11th - 12th
Current Events: News Reporter
Add Current Events into your daily routine. Set up a class calendar and assign a daily news reporter. Students use the planner and write or record a news video for the class. There is also a student self-evaluation rubric for grading. My class looks forward to the daily reports. We do ours right after the morning announcements. Takes 4-7 minutes to share and discuss. Activity can be adapted to suit any grade.
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2nd - 8th
Political Party & Campaign Project
A great project rubric to help students apply what they've learned about political parties and a campaign platform.
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7th - 12th
Letter to Congress Presentation & Writing Project
Students will focus on an issue that is near and dear to them. They will draft a letter to their local Congressperson outlining what the issue is, make an argument to support their issue using research, and then create a presentation to share with the class as well. An optional activity is to have your students vote on each argument as if they are proposed bills.
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7th - 12th
Create a Country- Rubric Only
Have your students create a country. This is only the rubric.
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Not Grade Specific
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CE.2 Foundations of Government PBL Project
Students will answer the driving question by learning about the Fundamental Political Principles that our government was founded upon and the Founding Documents  that led to our US Constitution. They will have the option of choosing different tasks within a learning menu (provided separately) to guide their learning.  This document includes the PBL Project instructions and rubric. The Learning Menu and note packet can be found separately.
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8th
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Civil War Lapbook Rubric
I created this rubric to assess my students' lapbook on the Civil War. It is saved as a Word document so that you can change the assessment values to suit the needs of your students. It aligns with the CC standards for fifth grade.
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5th
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Document Based Question (DBQ) (Template)
This worksheet is meant to accompany any of the document packets provided on this site. It includes directions on how to write a DBQ, space to develop ideas, a graphic organizer, and a rubric.
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8th - 12th
Panel Discussion Scoring Rubric
Developed over decades in secondary level classrooms, this rubric provides structure and deliberate direction to panel discussions and debates. Students learn the oral skills associated with formal discussion and are empowered to use those skills across the curriculum in varied classroom activities. Teachers can choose to modify or delete the column awarding required or extra credit points based on personal or school policy as it relates to the grading of class performance. Names are written int
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6th - 12th
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Modified Enduring Issues Essay Rubric (English/Spanish)
Hello everyone! As with other "ENL extra" files, this is not found in my complete curriculum bundles as I've only just created it and it is supplemental curriculum.This is a simple, modified, one page rubric to help assess student essays. This is based on NYS expectations for essay writing and can be modified to your classroom, too.
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6th - 12th
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Social Studies I Can Statements Grade 5
These I Can Statements align with the 5th Grade Common Core standards. Use the I Can Statements for each unit of study. There is also an Essential Question for each unit. The essential questions can be used as an essay question at the end of the unit for assessment. The I Can Statements should be displayed throughout the unit on a display board or at the front of the room.
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5th
Confederation Tic-Tac-Toe for Gifted/GATE students
This is a project for grade 8 students to complete for the Ontario Social Studies Curriculum.
Students choose three activities to complete to further their understanding and demonstrate their learning in a fun and unique way.
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8th
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Annexation of Texas PROBE Rubric
This rubric is designed for students to research about the annexation of Texas into the United States. They must use their research in order to explain why some wanted Texas to join the US, and why others were opposed. This rubric is designed for students to present their final project in front of the class. It has 3 sections: the main project requirements, the presentation requirements, and a bonus points section.
Use with 4th grade.
Texas History, Annexation, 4th grade, research, PROBE, pr
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4th
Global Politics_Full Paper 1_Unit 4 Conflict and Peace (1) with Markscheme
Ready to use full Paper 1 with Source material, Questions and teacher Markscheme for DP Global Politics Unit 4 Conflict and Peace.
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11th - 12th
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Tik Tok Assignment Preamble
This engaging video assignment is created to help your students better understand the Preamble. Your students will work in groups of four with assigned roles to create a video covering the Preamble. This assignment also comes with a rubric covering four areas for including; creativity, content, time, and participation. Give your students a way to engage with your class material in a fun and creative way. The rubric and roles are on the second page.
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6th - 12th
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