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Constitution Crossword Puzzle with attached answers
Constitution Crossword Puzzle with attached answers
This crossword puzzle can be used in a number of different ways. Students love crossword puzzles and this is a great learning tool. This goes with ...
By Social Studies Guy
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

2105-7 Pork Barrel Politics (Earmarks)
2105-7 Pork Barrel Politics (Earmarks)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider pork barrel politics and its effects on the national debt. Lesson warm up,...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

D2106 The Judicial Branch COMPLETE eBOOK UNIT!
D2106 The Judicial Branch COMPLETE eBOOK UNIT!
This complete InspirEd Educators 96 page e-book unit includes 16 single-class lessons to teach the Judicial 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

Schlessinger Government video guide Constitution Bill of Rights
Schlessinger Government video guide Constitution Bill of Rights
This goes with the US Government series video from Schlessinger media. It is titled The Constitution and The Bill of Rights. This is for students...
By Stephanie Poynor
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

2105-9 Congressional Districts and Gerrymandering
2105-9 Congressional Districts and Gerrymandering
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain what gerrymandering is and try their hand at drawing Congressiona...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Judicial Review Graphic Organizer
Judicial Review Graphic Organizer
This is an organizer that I created to help with note taking while discussing The Supreme Court's power of judicial review and its two opposing beh...
By Brooke Travers
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Cold War in the 3rd World Powerpoint
Cold War in the 3rd World Powerpoint
Powerpoint presentation includes 7 slides outlining the reasons for Cold War competition in the 3rd World. It briefly discusses each sides goals a...
By Christy Schirmer
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Subject: World History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Federal and Virginia State Powers Chart
Federal and Virginia State Powers Chart
This chart shows expressed, reserved, and concurrent powers....
By Kim Brooks
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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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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...
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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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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

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

Governments of the Middle East
Governments of the Middle East
This powerpoint explores some of the government systems that exist in the Middle East. It includes many political cartoons, images, and discussion...
By Chris Daubert
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Geography (k-12), Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes

Current Event Political Cartoon Summary / Analysis Sheet and rubric
Current Event Political Cartoon Summary / Analysis Sheet and rubric
This is a summary and analysis sheet for a political cartoon. This sheet will help students connct political cartoons to current events. There ar...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The Colonist's Handbook of Rules and Regulations
The Colonist's Handbook of Rules and Regulations
Here's a creative, new twist on the old textbook question "Explain six events that lead to the American Revolution." Students create a handbook for...
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, World History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 30 Minutes

Social Studies: Americans are Diverse Bundle
Social Studies: Americans are Diverse Bundle
2.12 Americans are a diverse culture: 6 pages teaching the following concepts: . The student will understand that the people of Virginia and th...
By Mrs. Motley
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Subject: Civics, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Utopia (Create Your Own Country) Project
Utopia (Create Your Own Country) Project
This project allows students to create their own country, complete with concepts that all countries have, such as a government, economy, culture, g...
By K Phipps
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Subject: Government, Geography (k-12), Economics (k-12) Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Census:  Helping students understand the US Census
Census: Helping students understand the US Census
This activity is geard to teach students about the us census. It has real life applications to their life as well. 2 pages...
By Teach-n-learn!
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

1305-10 The Bill of Rights (grades 3-5)
1305-10 The Bill of Rights (grades 3-5)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine and evaluate the Bill of Rights to the U.S. Constitution. (See free preview ...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

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

ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Interest Groups
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Interest Groups
This 9 page lecture focuses on the constitutional foundations of interest groups and the techniques they use to achieve their purposes. by-nc-nd...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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American Revolution Unit-9 COMPLETE Lessons!
American Revolution Unit-9 COMPLETE Lessons!
The American Revolution is a content-based unit with 9 COMPLETE lessons. We've given students all of the content and a balanced mix of higher and ...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Months

Civil War Unit-Less Than $1.00 Per Lesson!
Civil War Unit-Less Than $1.00 Per Lesson!
The Civil War is a content-based unit with 13 COMPLETE lessons. We've given students all of the content and a balanced mix of higher and lower lev...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Geography (k-12) Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Months

Presidents' Day Report Graphic Organizer
Presidents' Day Report Graphic Organizer
Here is a handy graphic organizer for helping student's to write a report about George Washington abd Abraham Lincoln....
By Kelly Malloy
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Presidents Report Form - elementary grades
Presidents Report Form - elementary grades
A form I made up for my students to use when researching and reporting on the President of their choice just in time for Presidents Day!...
By Mrs. Mo
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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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Political Cartoon Andrew Jackson Rubric
Political Cartoon Andrew Jackson Rubric
This is the actual handout for students, with assignment, questions to answer and grading rubric. The rubric is out of 20 points, with 5 different ...
By Erin Gardner
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes

3103-2 Birth of Political Parties in America
3103-2 Birth of Political Parties in America
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will discover how disagreements over government and other issues led to the rise of polit...
By Inspired Educators
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2101-5 Picking a Vice President
2101-5 Picking a Vice President
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider what is taken into consideration when a candidate picks a running mate. Le...
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

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

Australia's Government
Australia's Government
This is a lesson plan about the government of Australia. This product includes a lesson plan, an activating strategy, 1n 11-slide PowerPoint presen...
By Ansley Bennett
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Subject: Australian History, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes

180 American History PowerPoint Presentations
180 American History PowerPoint Presentations
Buy in bulk and enjoy a 64% savings from the standard list price! 180 Expertly created American History PowerPoint presentations. All of the ma...
By Mrberlin
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The Primary Source - Historical Documents: The Founding Period
The Primary Source - Historical Documents: The Founding Period
Source book for teachers of American History with reproducible primary documents and question pages for students. The documents include: Albany P...
By Tammy Raiton
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler ISBN #: 0895981157

Understanding the U.S. Constitution
Understanding the U.S. Constitution
Whether you are wanting to learn more about the U.S. Constitution for your own purposes, or to teach a class, this book will be helpful to you. ...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2105-2 Qualifications For the U.S. Congress (Legislative Branch)
2105-2 Qualifications For the U.S. Congress (Legislative Branch)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the necessary qualifications to serve in the U.S. Senate and House of Repre...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Revolutionary War Student Centered Research Unit
Revolutionary War Student Centered Research Unit
Unit includes: 1. Assignment sheet with research quidelines, assignment, and due dates. (Students will be in groups of 3-5 and assigned one quest...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: N/A

Bill of Rights Internet Assignment
Bill of Rights Internet Assignment
Students use a bill of rights virtual museum to fill out worksheet provided. The link is conveniently written on the top of the worksheet....
By Tony Pavlovich Instructomania
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Campaign Commercials
Campaign Commercials
This organizational chart helps students analyze political advertisements over the course of American television and now onto the internet. Using t...
By Jefferson Adams
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Subject: Civics, Government, Political Science Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days

2102D-6 Voter Participation
2102D-6 Voter Participation
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine data and other sources in order to explain factors that explain voter turnou...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Civics, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

2101-8 Campaign Financing
2101-8 Campaign Financing
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain where candidates get their money and the rules and regulations of...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Elections - Voting Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Global Issues Project
Global Issues Project
This project has it all and could be used as a nine weeks project in Government, International Relations and/or Current Events classes. This coul...
By Tim Obergefell
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2103-12 Balancing Order and Freedom in U.S. Government
2103-12 Balancing Order and Freedom in U.S. Government
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able explain to how American democracy attempts to balance order and freedom. L...
By Inspired Educators
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The Judicial Branch: An Overview - PowerPoint
The Judicial Branch: An Overview - PowerPoint
This 27-slide PowerPoint tells the Constitutional basis of the judicial branch. It also explains federal crimes, the district court system, and sh...
By Janet Hall
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

White House FAQS: Internet Research
White House FAQS: Internet Research
Use the internet to do research on the White House. This worksheet has students looking at the rooms as well as finding facts about the White House...
By Mary Shoemaker
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Subject: Government, Instructional Technology, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

The Bad Emperor Interviews; Nero, Caligula, and Heliogabulus
The Bad Emperor Interviews; Nero, Caligula, and Heliogabulus
The decline of the Roman Empire was marked by the excesses and abuses of a number of "Bad Emperors." While the "Good Emperors" were able to hold R...
By Creative History
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Subject: Ancient History, World History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Roman Government and Class Simulation
Roman Government and Class Simulation
This 12-slide powerpoint provides background knowledge about the Roman government, connects it to today's U.S. government of checks and balances, a...
By Kimberly Gallo
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Subject: Government, European History, World History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 45 Minutes

30 Days Video Guide - Gun Nation
30 Days Video Guide - Gun Nation
Eighteen thought provoking questions about Morgan Spurlock’s 30 days episode where two people with differing points of view about guns live toget...
By Daniel Harnsberger
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Subject: Civics, Government, Psychology Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes

Foundations of American Government Word Find
Foundations of American Government Word Find
Key terms associated with the foundations of American Government....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Does War Stimulate the Economy?
Does War Stimulate the Economy?
War supposedly helped get the US out of depression, but destroying goods doesn't seem to help most people's economy; what gives? This scenario cont...
By Bruce Rottman
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Government, Elections - Voting Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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