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Constitution and Bill of Rights Powerpoint
Constitution and Bill of Rights Powerpoint
26 interactive slides with text, animation, and pictures designed to accompany classroom lecture notes for a survey unit on the important events, p...
By John Henderson
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Constitution Project - Amendment Illustrations
Constitution Project - Amendment Illustrations
Students will illustrate the first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution, otherwise known as the Bill of Rights. This is especially helpful for E...
By Monica Lukins
$2.00
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3.5
Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

U. S. Constitution Amendment Foldable
U. S. Constitution Amendment Foldable
An excellent visual aid/tool for teaching the Constitutional Amendments. Students love constructing the foldable and being able to use it for quiz...
By Hteach62
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Semester

Geography: Who's The Boss? Comparing World Government Systems
Geography: Who's The Boss? Comparing World Government Systems
Students will have a blast with this assignment! As students put their thoughts together to decide which government works best in various scenarios...
By Martha Boykin
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2106-14 Juvenile Law
2106-14 Juvenile Law
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will research Supreme Court cases regarding juveniles in order to analyze how juvenile la...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Freedom of Speech cases with questions for discussion.
Freedom of Speech cases with questions for discussion.
Here are five court cases which deal with freedom of speech in schools. The court cases have to do with clothing, hair, harassment, flag salute, an...
By Donald Jenkins
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 50 Minutes

Constitution Scavenger Hunt
Constitution Scavenger Hunt
How old does the President have to be? How long is the term of a Supreme Court Justice? What amendment lowers the voting age to 18? These are al...
By Randy Tease
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Constitution Test with Answer Key
Constitution Test with Answer Key
I have taught high school government for many years. I have revised this test over the years and believe it is an excellent high school level test....
By Social Studies Guy
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Subject: Government, Civics Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment

Government Structures and Levels of Freedom
Government Structures and Levels of Freedom
This is an investigation of data on "freedom" that provides visuals so that students can see the connection between structure of government and lev...
By Michelle Pugh
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
Type: DBQs

"I Hope You're Talented at Checks and Balances!" Card Game
A great way to review the numerous checks and balances of our U.S. government! This is a fast paced 2 player card game similar to the game "Speed"....
By I Love Gov
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Constitution - Match Pictures to Words Worksheet & KEY
Constitution - Match Pictures to Words Worksheet & KEY
Students try to match U.S. Constitution vocabulary to the pictures (with numbers of letters for each word provided). Answer KEY provided....
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A

2106-6 Landmark Supreme Court Cases
2106-6 Landmark Supreme Court Cases
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will research a variety of landmark cases including Brown vs. Board, Mapp vs. Ohio, Gideo...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Criminal Justice - Law Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Constitution - Fun Vocabulary Activity with KEY
Constitution - Fun Vocabulary Activity with KEY
Students practice and learn Constitution vocabulary by using this 2-sided worksheet (with Answer Key). On the first side, students think of vocabu...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th Duration: N/A

Branches & Levels of Government Power Point
Branches & Levels of Government Power Point
A bright and cheerful way to introduce and explain our government system. Especially for use with Social Studies Horizon 3rd grade curriculum....
By Melissa M
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Subject: Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Three Branches of Government
Three Branches of Government
by Virginia LaRue. This slide show teaches about the branches of government and the responsibilities each branch has. It includes facts, pictures...
By Virginia Larue
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Subject: Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

What is the least known best kept secret in education?
What is the least known best kept secret in education?
What is the least known and best kept secret in education? Answer: Kids love to talk . . . with each other . . . about important matters and sign...
By Interactive Education
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Freedoms Provided by the US Constitution
Freedoms Provided by the US Constitution
This activity sheet breaks down the 4 main freedoms provided in the Constitution. It asks the students to define Freedom of Speech, Press, Assemb...
By Kristin Dahl
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th Duration: N/A

Social Studies Smartboard Lesson: Branches of Government
Social Studies Smartboard Lesson: Branches of Government
This social studies lesson teaches students about the branches of government. It includes 8 slides, an essential question, graphic organizer, summa...
By Ms. J
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Political Participation
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Political Participation
This lecture covers the issues of political participation in the U.S. Much of the focus is on voter turnout, the extension of suffrage to different...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Lectures

Election Category Board Game
Election Category Board Game
What is Election Category Board Game? That is the question. It is like the Jeopardy board game with 5 categories pertaining to elections. There ...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 hour

5105-9 Comparing and Contrasting Forms of Government
5105-9 Comparing and Contrasting Forms of Government
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will participate in a simulation that demonstrates the different between governments unde...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation
When you purchase this product you will receive a presentation that reveals the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. There is a chart showi...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Branches of Government Poster
Branches of Government Poster
This page works great after a unit study on the Separation of Powers. The students are placed into groups and the page gives directions on how they...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Government, Graphic Arts, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The executive branch
The executive branch
This powerpoint outlines the roles and Constitutional guidelines of the executive branch. This is intended for high school students....
By Bob
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Subject: U.S. History, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A

Types of Government: Vocabulary and Application
Types of Government: Vocabulary and Application
This two worksheet bundle includes both an attractively designed graphic organizer for notes and a practical application worksheet for practice. Th...
By Miranda Bailey
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Subject: Government, Civics Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes

Declaring Independence
Declaring Independence
When you purchase this presentation you will receive a total of 16 pages that include information about: Thomas Paine and Common Sense, The Second ...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Purpose of Government PowerPoint
Purpose of Government PowerPoint
This PowerPoint is the basis of an entire lesson on the philosophy behind government. It begins with a comparison of Haiti and the Dominican Republ...
By Matt Miles
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Subject: European History, Geography (k-12), Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 90 Minutes

Social Studies American Revolution and U.S. Constitution
Social Studies American Revolution and U.S. Constitution
Social Studies Tests American Revolution U.S. Constitution American history, government, patriotism, revolution, united states, america This ...
By Albert Baggetta
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Hanging Around the Three Branches
Hanging Around the Three Branches
UPDATED: Hanging Around the Three Branches brings the tedious task of learning about the three branches of government into the realm of interestin...
By Colorado Teacher
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 4 Days

The Presidents' Song
The Presidents' Song
Interactive Song that teaches facts about some of the presidents....
By Alice Sweets
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Subject: Vocal, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Richard Nixon A and E Video Guide ISBN 0767081757
Richard Nixon A and E Video Guide ISBN 0767081757
A viewing guide for the video on Nixon's life by A&E. ISBN # 0767081757 copyright 1996. I always read viewing guides aloud with classes before I ...
By Stephanie Poynor
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education Duration: N/A

2008 Election Project
2008 Election Project
This is an election project with fifteen topics for pair or individuals. The project has two parts-- a before the election and an after the electi...
By Larry B.
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Revolutionary War Test Review OR Revolutionary War Brainstorm
Revolutionary War Test Review OR Revolutionary War Brainstorm
Either review for a Revolutionary War test or brainstorm known information before you start a Revolutionary War unit with the block graphic organiz...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Election Results Map
Election Results Map
Students will enjoy filling in this U.S. map to show which candidates won which states on the day after the Presidential election. There is a KEY ...
By B.rogers
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landmark supreme court cases
landmark supreme court cases
This powerpoint outlines the major supreme Court decisions, their implications, and the process for cases to be heard by the Supreme Court....
By Bob
$1.40
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Subject: Government Level(s): 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Ancient Greece Smartboard Charts
Ancient Greece Smartboard Charts
Charts created using Smartboard software to teach the influence of Ancient Greece on the US government and architecture, and the Olympic games. Inc...
By Inspirekids
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Subject: Ancient History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Week

Bill of Rights Quiz (scenarios and definitions)
Bill of Rights Quiz (scenarios and definitions)
This quiz has a scenario section and a matching vocabulary section. You can fill in student names in the scenario part for fun!...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes
Type: Assessment

Legislative Role Playing Exercise
Legislative Role Playing Exercise
This is a role playing exercise in which the participants will play different roles in a legislative committee hearing. One of the jobs of a legis...
By Di Teacher
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Founding Fathers History Channel Part 2 Viewing Guide
Founding Fathers History Channel Part 2 Viewing Guide
This is for the second video w/ You say you want a revolution & A Healthy Constitution....
By Stephanie Poynor
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E-Z Political Orientation Quiz
E-Z Political Orientation Quiz
This is a 20-question political ideology quiz, similar to dozens of others. But it has several unusual characteristics: *It does not assume tha...
By Mark Koerner
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A

How a Bill becomes a Law
How a Bill becomes a Law
This is an activity that teaches students how a Bill becomes a Law. I have students cut out each thing and glue it to construction paper. Then we...
By Mr. Z
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Timeline Cards
Timeline Cards
A format for making timeline cards. See the preview images for an example of what the product will provide. Basically this is a tool to help stude...
By David Harpine
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SOCIAL STUDIES White House Government Study Chart Printable
SOCIAL STUDIES White House Government Study Chart Printable
SOCIAL STUDIES White House Government Study Chart Printable...
By Ilissa Landsman
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The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court
This Powerpoint breaks down some of the history and role of the Supreme Court. About 45 minutes....
By Bob
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Supreme Court Project
Supreme Court Project
This project outlines some of the most important and controversial issues that have reached the Supreme Court. It requires students to research and...
By Mr. Garcia
$5.00
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1.0
Subject: Government, Civics, Criminal Justice - Law Level(s): 7th, 12th Duration: 2 Weeks
Type: Projects

Renaissance Packet
Renaissance Packet
This is a 5 page packet that helps support the main ideas and people of the Renaissance. It was created for 6th grade to be used as a tool to enric...
By Katie Freeland
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Subject: Social Studies - History, European History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Week

Declaration of Independence Differentiation
Declaration of Independence Differentiation
This is a three-option assignment meant to be a cap to the study of the Declaration of Independence. It has an analytical, a creative, and a writi...
By Billie Wixom
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Goals of  the Constitution
Goals of the Constitution
This PPT was used in an 8th Grade US History because the CA State Standards cover the Constitution the Framers' goals. It has good images and good...
By Steffi Angle
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

2102 Civic Participation COMPLETE UNIT
2102 Civic Participation COMPLETE UNIT
This complete InspirEd Educators 97 page unit includes 20 single-class lessons to teach civic rights and responsibilities in the U.S. Topics inclu...
By Inspired Educators
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Democratic Values Chart
Democratic Values Chart
Chart lists and defines the 7 democratic values and asks student to provide examples to illustrate each value in the United States. Additional page...
By Rebecca Rush
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Subject: World History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Printables