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6 Basic Constituional Principles Lesson
6 Basic Constituional Principles Lesson
This lesson focuses on the 6 Basic Principles included in the US Constitution. ...
By Rachel Tinsley
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour
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Country Fact Sheet
Country Fact Sheet
This is a basic fill in the blank template that can be used as students begin gathering information about a particular country. It helps them focus...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, World History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 hours
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Propaganda in WWII-era cartoon
Propaganda in WWII-era cartoon
Handout identifying propaganda techniques utilized in the WWII-era cartoon called Any Bonds Today? (1942)....
By Elliot Nicely
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Subject: Film, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2102D-13 The Media and Politics
2102D-13 The Media and Politics
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will predict how various forms of media can effect the political process. Lesson warm up...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Online "Treasure Hunt for Constitutional Principles
This is an in-class (1 period) or homework activity which calls for studetns to conduct an online search for interesting information related to Con...
By Larry B.
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Subject: Political Science, Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: 50 Minutes
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Intro to American Gov
Intro to American Gov
Intro Chapter to AP American Gov...
By Christine Prestin
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Subject: Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Secretary of the Interior Dilemma
Secretary of the Interior Dilemma
A fictitious Secretary of the Interior receives a request from the President to tone down his public criticism of corporations who the Secretary fe...
By Interactive Education
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Subject: Critical Thinking, Government, Political Science Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 50 Minutes
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US History: Iran Contra Lesson Plans
US History: Iran Contra Lesson Plans
This standards based, document supported lesson plan explores the covert operations history of the United States during the Cold War with a culmina...
By History Guru
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 1 hour
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Constitution Day worksheets
Constitution Day worksheets
It's Constitution Day. Time to teach your students about the constitution. No matter what their age or skill ability, these simple and fun worksh...
By Rosshalde Pak
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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D2104 The Executive Branch COMPLETE eBOOK UNIT!
D2104 The Executive Branch COMPLETE eBOOK UNIT!
This complete InspirEd Educators 95 page e-book unit includes 15 single-class lessons to teach the Executive branch of the U.S. Government. Topics...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: Other
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U.S. Political Cartoons 1850 to 1859
U.S. Political Cartoons 1850 to 1859
A collection of 42 political cartoons. Includes the 42 cartoons formatted as 8 ½ X 11 inch PDF files, which can be printed as well as a power poi...
By Mike Kincaid
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Power Card Game Supplement for History Alive!
Power Card Game Supplement for History Alive!
*NOTE-THIS WAS SPECIFICALLY MADE FOR CHAPTER 14 IN THE FIFTH GRADE HISTORY ALIVE TEXT BOOK.* You will also need the materials from History Alive to...
By Kim Andersen
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th Duration: N/A
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2104-1 The Role of the American President
2104-1 The Role of the American President
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the Constitutional powers and roles of the U.S. President. Lesson warm up,...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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BrainPop Quiz: Democracy
BrainPop Quiz: Democracy
BrainPop Companion Quiz for Democracy video. Includes 10 question, half-sheet quiz master for duplication and quiz answer key....
By Hiztoreerox.com
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Constitution Day, Sept. 17 - Preamble Class Rules Fill In
Constitution Day, Sept. 17 - Preamble Class Rules Fill In
Introduce the Constitution to your students with this activity. It shows the preamble which can be used for discussion and understanding as to wha...
By Kelly Tyndal
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Subject: Writing, Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Ancient Greece Unit
Ancient Greece Unit
This is a unit that can be taught during the year to 6th grade students who are learning about the world during the Classical Period....
By Katie Freeland
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Ancient History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Strike: Union Negotiation Simulation
Strike: Union Negotiation Simulation
This simulation puts your kids in a role-play of a business that had a tough year. Business owners are forced to make cuts in order to stay in busi...
By Tim Obergefell
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Subject: U.S. History, Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes
Type: Simulations, Lesson Plans (Individual), Activities

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Judicial Branch Power Point Presentation
Judicial Branch Power Point Presentation
17 slides- including each Supreme court Justice, Bill of Rights, and 5 Landmark Supreme Court Cases. ...
By Mrs. Mercer
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Constitution - Checks & Balances PowerPoint
Constitution - Checks & Balances PowerPoint
In this 9-slide kid-friendly PowerPoint, students will learn the system of checks & balances within the U.S. government. At the end students have ...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Brief McCarthyism PowerPoint
Brief McCarthyism PowerPoint
This is a brief PowerPoint on McCarthyism. It contains some embedded links to some Youtube video clips. It is great to show before reading either...
By Wellredteacher
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Subject: Government, Literature, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Powers of Congress PowerPoint
Powers of Congress PowerPoint
This download is a 13-slide PowerPoint presentation about the powers of Congress. Delegated Powers, Implied Powers (necessary and proper), and the...
By Randy Tease
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
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Types of Government Simulation
Types of Government Simulation
I read an activity similiar to this on the Internet which I modified. I used the simulation in my 7/8 social studies class during a unit on culture...
By Terry-lynn Mcleod
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: 3 Days
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Current News Event Response Sheet
Current News Event Response Sheet
This is an excellent, basic current event response sheet for middle school and high school students. It can be used in World History, U.S. History...
By Rob's History Lessons
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Subject: Government, U.S. History, World History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Forms of Governments
Forms of Governments
This PowerPoint presentation describes the various forms of governments. In terms of citizen participation- autocratic, oligarchic, democratic, an...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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"Walkout" Movie Study Guide & Answer Key
This is a study guide and answer key for the HBO films movie "Walkout" about the 1968 student walkouts in East L.A., a major event for the Chicano ...
By Shannon Gavin
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Subject: Spanish, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Analyzing a Bill
Analyzing a Bill
A short resource to help teachers help students analyze bills -- when looking at the legislative process on the state level or on the national leve...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2104-10 Expanding Powers of the U.S. President
2104-10 Expanding Powers of the U.S. President
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will investigate how the powers of the Executive Branch have expanded over history. Less...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Unit Plan - American Revolution
Unit Plan - American Revolution
This unit plan is designed for 4th and 5th Grade students. It includes goals and ideas and what students should be able to achieve and understand ...
By Elaine Romano
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Subject: Essay Writing, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th Duration: 1 Month
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Voting and Political Process in Georgia PowerPoint
Voting and Political Process in Georgia PowerPoint
This is a 24 slide presentation on the voting and political process in Georgia. Students will learn about the rights and responsibilities of citize...
By Happyedugator
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Three Branches Government Checks & Balances Interactive Powerpoint
Three Branches Government Checks & Balances Interactive Powerpoint
This is a five slide interactive PowerPoint presentation that displays the various checks and balances within the three branches of the federal gov...
By Bissy
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Subject: Civics, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Democracy PowerPoint
Democracy PowerPoint
This is a short, kid-friendly presentation about Democracy in the United States. I've used this slideshow with 1st and 2nd grade students....
By School Is Fun
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A
Type: Power Point Presentations, SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities

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REVOLUTIONARY WAR BATTLES ASSESSMENT
REVOLUTIONARY WAR BATTLES ASSESSMENT
This is a Revolutionary War battle sheet that asks students to make an informed decision about who won the battles. It can be used as an assessment...
By Ruth S.
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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George Washington: President Poems
George Washington: President Poems
Students are no longer themselves for this writing activity! They are writing a poem from the perspective of George Washington! 6 pages include a b...
By Lesson Plan Sos Teachers
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Subject: Creative Writing, Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT- The Judiciary
ADVANCED PLACEMENT- The Judiciary
This 20 page lecture covers all the essentials one needs to cover for the AP exam. Major topics covered include selection of judges, the impact of ...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Early American Government Unit
Early American Government Unit
Early American Government is a content-based unit with 9 COMPLETE lessons. We've given students all of the content and a balanced mix of higher an...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Months
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2102D-1 The Donkey and the Elephant
2102D-1 The Donkey and the Elephant
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the origin of the symbols of the Democratic and Republican partie...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Looking Ahead to the Constitution Wordfind
Looking Ahead to the Constitution Wordfind
This is a wordfind including key words related to the study of the Constitution of the United States...
By John Marshall Carter
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A Presidential Debate ~ Photo Booth Custom Effect for Movie Making
A Presidential Debate ~ Photo Booth Custom Effect for Movie Making
Want to have your students do a mock presidential debate? Here is a fun way to do it. This Photo Booth Custom Effect has an image of Barack Obama a...
By Fuglefun
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Which Bill of Rights amendment is involved? scenario WS
Which Bill of Rights amendment is involved? scenario WS
At least one scenario per amendment, students identify which amendment is involved and get to insert names of the friends in the scenarios to add a...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
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2105-3 Demographics of the U.S. Congress
2105-3 Demographics of the U.S. Congress
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will analyze demographic data about the U.S. Congress and compare its make-up to the Amer...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The United Kingdom Atlas Page, Fact Sheet
The United Kingdom Atlas Page, Fact Sheet
This is what I call an Atlas page. I have the students create an Atlas as a project each year and they have pages for each country we study. They...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 2 Days
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Compare and Contrast Congressional Election '08 and '10
Compare and Contrast Congressional Election '08 and '10
This worksheet was designed to bring a better understanding that a president has in office when they have a Congress that is a majority of the same...
By Christina Webb
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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2105-13 What Makes a Good Law
2105-13 What Makes a Good Law
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine what makes a good law and apply that criteria to proposed laws. Lesson warm...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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1st Amendment Rights
1st Amendment Rights
This is a 7-slide powerpoint. Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Assembly, Freedom to Petition are shown on ...
By Rebecca Simpson
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Subject: Government, Political Science, Civics Level(s): 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
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2106-11 The President and the Supreme Court
2106-11 The President and the Supreme Court
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will act as a president, choosing justices for the Supreme Court. Lesson warm up, teache...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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What Rights Did Slaves Have?
What Rights Did Slaves Have?
Slavery and its economic and constitutional impact....
By Coach Maz
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The Judicial Branch
The Judicial Branch
This word find contains key vocabulary for the judicial branch of American Government....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Cribbs - Canada's Government
Cribbs - Canada's Government
This lesson explains the structure of Canada's government as it would compare to the United States. Very effective lesson explaining difference be...
By Mr. Cribbs
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Subject: Government, Canadian History, Civics Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: 1 hour
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FDR Roosevelt Years of Crisis A and E viewing Guide
FDR Roosevelt Years of Crisis A and E viewing Guide
This video only covers the years prior to WWII. Not his entire life. It is for the video ISBN 0767083733 from A&E. I always read my viewing guide...
By Stephanie Poynor
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2101-6 Republican and Democratic National Conventions
2101-6 Republican and Democratic National Conventions
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will read speeches from Democratic and Republican conventions to determine their purpose....
By Inspired Educators
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