In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the basics of the federal income tax system. Lesson warm up, te... ByInspired Educators
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine purpose of the State of the Union and analyze speeches from it. Lesson warm... ByInspired Educators
A Biography of America is a full video series available free online. It is an excellent resource and often plays on PBS stations. (See bottom of th... ByElise Parker
United States Historical Documents Powerpoint Activity
This is a PowerPoint of eight of the most influential documents in United States history.... ByWise Guys
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider cases that would fall under the jurisdiction of the federal court system. ... ByInspired Educators
This is a five day unit on the foundations of American government. The learning objectives include:
• Define the state and the theories of its ... ByBillie Wixom
This is a really neat activity that helps student learn about a parliamentary democracy form of government like the United Kingdom's parliamentary ... ByJohn Godwin
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain America’s Founding Fathers’ concerns about limiting power in ... ByInspired Educators
This is a very entertaining look at each president. Includes basic biographical info, and caricature, plus some fun facts (such as the fact that Ca... ByMaria Manore
Save time! Use this introduction to political science powerpoint is an overview of world politics for your first lecture. It's also fantastic for p... ByMelanie Barr
Students explore with documents the transformation of American politics during the Progressive Era. Students explore concepts of government regulat... ByHistory Guru
This is a two page handout that describes the way governments distribute power; Unitary,Confederation, & Federal. It does a really good job of exp... ByJohn Godwin
This is a 14 question study guide & answer key to the HBO film "Iron Jawed Agenls" staring Hilary Swank and Angelica Houston. It tells the story of... ByShannon Gavin
This PDF file includes an investigation worksheet on Dr. Martin Luther King that students complete either using books or the internet. It then has ... ByKmwhyte
The TV show West Wing is a great learning tool for upper level Government students. It is a little difficult for freshman to follow, but juniors a... ByColorado Teacher
This game can be used in all core subjects-- reading, math, science and social studies--and is very versatile througout various age groups and lear... ByMartha Boykin
BrainPop Companion Quiz for Branches of Government video. Includes 10 question, half-sheet quiz master for duplication and quiz answer key.... ByHiztoreerox.com
This slide show teaches students the first government set up by the Framers during and after the American Revolution and the problems and successes... ByJason Eng
There are 8 enrichment activities that you can print and make easy file folder centers for your classroom. These activities are perfect for early f... ByBrooke Beverly
Gives scenarios relating to amendments 4-8 and asks if the persons rights were violated.
Great for critical thinking and analysis.
Relates ... ByMrs. Miller
24 Questions using koosh ball format. Topics include the role of government, the Fed, Unemployment, GDP, Banking Systems, Government Finances,... ByJoel Allen
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain how the Supreme Court has involved itself in civil rights cases i... ByInspired Educators
Key words about World War
13 Words
A4 sheet that can be photocopied and reduced.
20 minute activity. Can be incorporated into other activ... ByGavin Frost
This interactive powerpoint presentation will give students "on-the-spot" feedback as to whether or not their answers are correct. Once students c... ByTutorteacher620
This worksheet has an excerpt of the Law of the Twelve Tables with three springboard questions which I had the students complete for homework the n... ByLove 2 Teach
First pg: blank chart listing about a dozen political issues such as Iraq, education, energy, environment, etc. as well as a column for the Democra... ByMrs. Miller
American Revolution and U. S. Constitution Test Pack
Keywords: U. S. Constitution, American Revolution, 1776, War, Test, Exam, U. S. History, Hi... ByAlbert Baggetta
Teach your students about the election process. Use this ballot sheet for your own class, grade level, or to have a schoolwide mock election on el... ByB.rogers
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the impact of public opinion on our nation and its leaders. Lesson warm up... ByInspired Educators
See how much your students know about our new President by having them complete an acrostic about him. They can also be allowed to do research to ... ByB.rogers
This is a one page handout that describes the various forms of govts. in terms of citizen participation. (Autocracy, Oligarchy, Democracy). After ... ByJohn Godwin
This versatile assignment can be done in a computer lab working in groups or as an individual homework assignment. Students are to do online resea... ByJason Stein
Citizen Advocacy project in which students pick an issues facing americans to research and present found information to their classmates via a post... ByMrs. Miller
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will complete a scavenger hunt of the U.S. Constitution to get a sense of it’s structur... ByInspired Educators
A government food lab? Print out the handout. Put students in groups and let them decide what type of cake would suit their group.(you pick the day... ByBill Burton
This is a 20-slide PowerPoint that covers the government basics of Mexico, Cuba, & Brazil. This file includes a graphic organizer idea, notes, and ... ByAnsley Bennett
This is a tic tac toe board of activities related to the United States government. Students can choose to do any three activities or they can be a... ByTeam2dog
The puzzles contain small words that, when put together, make a word or phrase.
For example, “These If Hill Wore” when pronounced quickly s... ByMake History Fun
Mock Trial, or Youth Judicial as it is sometimes called, is one of the most enjoyable, and beneficial events that my children have participated in ... ByCatherine Jaime
This is a writing assingment where students are forced to take on the persona of Federalist and Anti-Federalists as they discuss the addition of a ... ByBillie Wixom
The Declaration of Independence severed our ties to England. The U S Constitution is the foundation and source of the legal authority underlying t... ByGerald Murphy
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, the student will consider how the President uses financial, military, and diplomatic influence aro... ByInspired Educators
This is a 3-part assessment of the three branches of government.
In part one; students must match the correct vocabulary word to the definitio... ByRebecca@readinginnov
Branches of Government Game... Great for President's Day or any day!!
Place the description into the correct branch of government....
This ... ByElementary Lesson Plans