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5 Types of Government Chart
5 Types of Government Chart
This is a cute way to share the 5 types of Government in your classroom! My kids loved it!...
By Mrs. Mercer
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler, Staff Duration: N/A
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Helen Alexander's Dilemma
Helen Alexander's Dilemma
Helen Alexander, an aborigine raised in a remote area of Australia's Northern Territory. In a family with little money, faces an ethical career ch...
By Interactive Education
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Subject: Australian History, Civics, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
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2103-4 Principles of American Democracy
2103-4 Principles of American Democracy
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to briefly explain the basic principles of American government which help pr...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homeschool Curricula, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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Democracy-Greece Quiz
Democracy-Greece Quiz
Created in Publisher. This is an 8 questions multiple choice quiz about the influence of Ancient Greece on the United States government and archit...
By Inspirekids
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Flip This House Project
Flip This House Project
This project was created as a spin off of the TV show on A & E. This project teaches financial literacy, budgeting, house values, foreclosures, rem...
By Tim Obergefell
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Government, Business Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Projects, Multimedia

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Power point: US Founding Documents
Power point: US Founding Documents
by Kathy Applebee Save time with this interactive 57 slide presentation on documents that provided a foundation for American government. The powe...
By Kathleen Applebee
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Writing a Topic Sentence & Learning About Barack Obama
Writing a Topic Sentence & Learning About Barack Obama
Use this SmartBoard lesson to review or teach writing topic sentences and details. This lesson has been tailored to teach students about President...
By Katie Snyder
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Subject: President's Day, Government, Writing Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: 50 Minutes
Type: Minilessons, Research, SmartBoard Lessons & Whiteboard Activities

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French and Indian War and British Acts Puzzle
French and Indian War and British Acts Puzzle
I use this French and Indian War and British Acts puzzle as a way to review the major .events that led to the creation of the American Revolution a...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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The Executive Branch Word Find
The Executive Branch Word Find
This word find contains key vocabulary for the executive 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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Community Services Memory Game and Activity
Community Services Memory Game and Activity
This document contains two activities- a community services memory game and a "Who Am I?" activity sheet for students to complete after they play t...
By Erin Morrison
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Subject: Government, Other (Social Studies - History) Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Values of American Democracy Government Interactive Powerpoint
Values of American Democracy Government Interactive Powerpoint
This 16 slide PowerPoint presentation features some character animation and an interactive quiz at the end. The topics covered are individual right...
By Bissy
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Subject: Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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2104-7 Executive Appointments - The Executive Branch
2104-7 Executive Appointments - The Executive Branch
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider factors that the U.S. President considers when making appointments. Lesson...
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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ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Bureaucracy
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Bureaucracy
This 12 page lecture covers the constitutional basis of the bureaucracy, its constraints, its impact on policymaking and how the president and cong...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes
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The Three Branches of Government Prewrite Graphic Organizer
The Three Branches of Government Prewrite Graphic Organizer
This worksheet allows students to organize their Three Branches of Government research. ...
By Luis Padilla
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Subject: EFL - ESL - ELD, Expository Writing, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
Type: Graphic Organizers, Handouts

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White House Social Studies Activity
White House Social Studies Activity
This is a fun activity using the internet and Scholastic to study the White House. 6 pages...
By Cathy Hutchinson
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Subject: Government, Other (Social Studies - History), U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler ISBN #: 0439370868
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Constitution Reading Guide Articles 2 to 7 for student use
Constitution Reading Guide Articles 2 to 7 for student use
This is the companion to the reading guide for Article 1. It ensures that students are actually reading the Constitution. You can do it as a group ...
By Stephanie Poynor
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Articles of Confederation or The Constitution?
Articles of Confederation or The Constitution?
Why did the Articles of Confederation only last 8 years and why was this document replaced by the U.S Constitution? This activity is a great spring...
By Ruth S.
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Graphic Organizers, Minilessons

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Presedential powers web
Presedential powers web
This can be used as a formative or summative assessment to find out if your students can identify 4 powers of the president....
By Sarah Eckler
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 8th Duration: N/A
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American Foundations Study Guide
American Foundations Study Guide
This 2-page "Foundations of America" Study Guide includes 5 main sections of short answer and fill-in-the-blank questions: Founding of the Colonie...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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U.S. Constitution Up Close and Personal
U.S. Constitution Up Close and Personal
The Constitution is 65"x38" in size on faux-parchment paper. The separate Amendments is 58"x20.5" on white paper. An awesome display!...
By Lloyd Stableford
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration:
Type: Bulletin Boards, Classroom Posters - Signs, Teaching Resources

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Socialization, Public Opinion & Political Action Presentation
Socialization, Public Opinion & Political Action Presentation
25 slides, deals with topics such as: Demographics,Simpson- Mazzoli Act,Immigration, Projected Congressional Reapportionment Post 2010 Census,Censu...
By Lesson Universe
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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BrainPop Quiz: Presidential Election
BrainPop Quiz: Presidential Election
BrainPop Companion Quiz for Presidential Election 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, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Events in U.S. History Starters
Events in U.S. History Starters
This goes in conjunction with a free posting I have called "People in U.S. History Starters". The free posting has 34 starters and this posting has...
By Social Studies Guy
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-The Presidential-Congressional Relationship
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-The Presidential-Congressional Relationship
The study guides, known in teacher-talk as graphic organizers, are designed to cover the material essential to a real understanding of U.S. governm...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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First Ten Amendments - Comic Version
First Ten Amendments - Comic Version
If you draw each number to the first ten amendments, you can create a mnemonic device -- such as the first amendment is a pencil (number 1) writing...
By Jennifer Ruppert
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Mnemonics

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2104-3 Debating the Electoral College
2104-3 Debating the Electoral College
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the role of the Electoral College and the controversy surrounding it. Less...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Government, Elections - Voting 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
Type: Power Point Presentations, Research, Cooperative Learning

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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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Subject: Civics, Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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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
Type: Activities, Fun Stuff, Games

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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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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Questions about Chinese Government
Questions about Chinese Government
Great for Comparative Government classes covering China....
By Linsey Krauss
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Subject: Asian Studies, Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Track the Candidates
Track the Candidates
Follow the upcoming election by the keeping track of where the candidates are. Use this map to plot and track where the Democratic and Republican ...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Geography (k-12), Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Weeks
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INAUGURATION K-W-L CHART
INAUGURATION K-W-L CHART
Have students watch the inaugural events on January 20th either at school or at home if they have the day off or even up close and personal if they...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: Lifelong Tool
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Betsy Ross- 19 PAGES of Fun Activities
Betsy Ross- 19 PAGES of Fun Activities
19 pages of activities and worksheets to supplement your lessons on Betsy Ross. Fun activities that will creatively engage every student in your c...
By Mrs. Bart
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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Landmark Supreme Court Case Study Assignment WS
Landmark Supreme Court Case Study Assignment WS
Students choose a supreme court case to write a one page case study for and us for participation in an in-class discussion. 12 cases are listed,...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Internet Activities, Homework

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1305-1 The Declaration of Independence (Grades 3-5)
1305-1 The Declaration of Independence (Grades 3-5)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will “break down” a simplified version of the Declaration of Independence to determin...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Other (Social Studies - History), Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Public Versus Private Sector Scavenger Hunt
Public Versus Private Sector Scavenger Hunt
Provide students with a kinesthetic and visual learning experience for studying the private sector versus the public sector. This activity provides...
By The Teacher Couple
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Election / Voting Letter
Election / Voting Letter
I wrote this letter for my social studies department. We sent it home the day we started our civic lessons on the election and the importance of v...
By Elblackmon
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Subject: Government, Elections - Voting, Civics Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Campaign Finance Reform Laws
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Campaign Finance Reform Laws
The study guides, known in teacher-talk as graphic organizers, are designed to cover the material essential to a real understanding of U.S. governm...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Worksheets, Study Guides, Handouts

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Too Many Firehouses - Introduction to Argumentative Writing
Too Many Firehouses - Introduction to Argumentative Writing
Too Many Firehouses is an introduction to argumentative writing, specifically thesis writing, through an interactive classroom exercise involving p...
By Teachador
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Subject: Writing, Civics, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes
Type: Games, Lesson Plans (Individual), Simulations

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Fourth Amendment Casebook
Fourth Amendment Casebook
Students often have many questions about search and seizure. Courts constantly reinterpret this amendment in light of changes in societial attitud...
By Mike Fladlien
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Subject: Criminal Justice - Law, Government, Civics Level(s): 12th Duration: 90 Minutes
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2106-9 The
2106-9 The "Balance" of the Supreme Court
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine how the President’s appointments can affect the ideological balance of the...
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 Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights
When you purchase this product you will receive 14 total slides that give a basic visual overview of the Bill of Rights. I use this presentation ...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The Glorious Revolution Play
The Glorious Revolution Play
A 2 1/2 page play designed to introduce students to the causes and outcome of the Glorious Revolution. This is written to engage struggling learner...
By Christy Schirmer
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Subject: World History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Third Grade Government Unit Study Sheet
Third Grade Government Unit Study Sheet
The preview simply shows you an outline of the study sheet. The study sheet defines the three branches of government, the titles of government emp...
By Ms. Rogers
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Subject: Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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American Revolutionary War Unit: Activities Lessons Worksheets CD
American Revolutionary War Unit: Activities Lessons Worksheets CD
American Revolution Revolutionary War Unit: Activities, Lessons, Worksheets, on CD (aligned to the Common Core Strands ELA History/Social Studies) ...
By Wise Guys
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Staff Duration:
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United States Government
United States Government
Using multiple modalities to improve learning is one key to effective instruction. This lesson combines written descriptions, diagrams and video tu...
By David Moynihan
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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