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2103-15 Income Taxes
2103-15 Income Taxes
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...
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2104-9 The State of the Union Speech
2104-9 The State of the Union Speech
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine purpose of the State of the Union and analyze speeches from it. Lesson warm...
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

A Biography of America -- Worksheets and Quiz + free video link
A Biography of America -- Worksheets and Quiz + free video link
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...
By Elise Parker
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

United States Historical Documents Powerpoint Activity
United States Historical Documents Powerpoint Activity
United States Historical Documents Powerpoint Activity This is a PowerPoint of eight of the most influential documents in United States history....
By Wise Guys
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President Obama's First State of the Union Message
President Obama's First State of the Union Message
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

2106-2 Jurisdiction of the Judicial Branch
2106-2 Jurisdiction of the Judicial Branch
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider cases that would fall under the jurisdiction of the federal court system. ...
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Local and County Government - Virginia
Local and County Government - Virginia
This is a handout/worksheet that goes with the Virginia Government in Brief free publication....
By Kim Brooks
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Foundations of American Government Unit Plan
Foundations of American Government Unit Plan
This is a five day unit on the foundations of American government. The learning objectives include: • Define the state and the theories of its ...
By Billie Wixom
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Subject: Government, Civics, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Postcard of Parliament
Postcard of Parliament
This is a really neat activity that helps student learn about a parliamentary democracy form of government like the United Kingdom's parliamentary ...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 2 Days

Federal government project
Federal government project
This is a final assessment for the powers and checks of each branch of the federal government....
By Sarah Eckler
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 8th Duration: 1 hour

2103-2 Founding Fathers and Limited Government
2103-2 Founding Fathers and Limited Government
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain America’s Founding Fathers’ concerns about limiting power in ...
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Lives of the Presidents illustrated book by Kathleen Krull
Lives of the Presidents illustrated book by Kathleen Krull
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...
By Maria Manore
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th ISBN #: 015200808x

Government Services  Quiz
Government Services Quiz
Government provided services quiz. This is used with third grade economic unit, but can be used in other grades as well. ...
By Carla Puckett
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: 30 Minutes

Introduction to Political Science-Comparative Politics
Introduction to Political Science-Comparative Politics
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...
By Melanie Barr
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US History: Political Reform in the Progressive Era: Lesson Plan
US History: Political Reform in the Progressive Era: Lesson Plan
Students explore with documents the transformation of American politics during the Progressive Era. Students explore concepts of government regulat...
By History Guru
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Government Distribution of Power (Unitary, Federal, Confederation)
Government Distribution of Power (Unitary, Federal, Confederation)
This is a two page handout that describes the way governments distribute power; Unitary,Confederation, & Federal. It does a really good job of exp...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

"Iron Jawed Angels" movie guide & answer key
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...
By Shannon Gavin
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Dr. Martin Luther King Study
Dr. Martin Luther King Study
This PDF file includes an investigation worksheet on Dr. Martin Luther King that students complete either using books or the internet. It then has ...
By Kmwhyte
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Subject: Reading, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

Foreign Policy Using West Wing
Foreign Policy Using West Wing
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...
By Colorado Teacher
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Geography Review Game: Reader, Writer, Runner
Geography Review Game: Reader, Writer, Runner
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...
By Martha Boykin
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Subject: For All Subject Areas, Geography (k-12), Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour

BrainPop Quiz: Branches of Government
BrainPop Quiz: Branches of Government
BrainPop Companion Quiz for Branches of Government video. Includes 10 question, half-sheet quiz master for duplication and quiz answer key....
By Hiztoreerox.com
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

Government - Beginning of the American Government
Government - Beginning of the American Government
This slide show teaches students the first government set up by the Framers during and after the American Revolution and the problems and successes...
By Jason Eng
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 3 Weeks

American Revolution Enrichment File Folder Activities / Centers
American Revolution Enrichment File Folder Activities / Centers
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...
By Brooke Beverly
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, Writing Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: Lifelong Tool

Rights of the Accused WS Bill of Rights Violation Scenarios
Rights of the Accused WS Bill of Rights Violation Scenarios
Gives scenarios relating to amendments 4-8 and asks if the persons rights were violated. Great for critical thinking and analysis. Relates ...
By Mrs. Miller
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Government and the Economy Koosh Ball Game
Government and the Economy Koosh Ball Game
24 Questions using koosh ball format. Topics include the role of government, the Fed, Unemployment, GDP, Banking Systems, Government Finances,...
By Joel Allen
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2160-15 Civil Rights and the Judicial Branch
2160-15 Civil Rights and the Judicial Branch
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...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Origins of World War One  - Word Find
Origins of World War One - Word Find
Key words about World War 13 Words A4 sheet that can be photocopied and reduced. 20 minute activity. Can be incorporated into other activ...
By Gavin Frost
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Interactive Multiple Choice Test Preparation- United States Government
Interactive Multiple Choice Test Preparation- United States Government
This interactive powerpoint presentation will give students "on-the-spot" feedback as to whether or not their answers are correct. Once students c...
By Tutorteacher620
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 30 Minutes

THE LAW OF THE TWELVE TABLES
THE LAW OF THE TWELVE TABLES
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...
By Love 2 Teach
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, World History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes

Major Political Party Platforms Activity
Major Political Party Platforms Activity
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...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes

American Revolution/U. S. Constitution Test Pack
American Revolution/U. S. Constitution Test Pack
American Revolution and U. S. Constitution Test Pack Keywords: U. S. Constitution, American Revolution, 1776, War, Test, Exam, U. S. History, Hi...
By Albert Baggetta
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2008 ELECTION BALLOT
2008 ELECTION BALLOT
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...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

2102D-15 Public Opinion
2102D-15 Public Opinion
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the impact of public opinion on our nation and its leaders. 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

election of 1980
election of 1980
This powerpoint details the primaries, candidates, and the beginning of the Reagan Revolution....
By Bob
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Barack Obama Acrostic
Barack Obama Acrostic
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 ...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Government, U.S. History, Elections - Voting Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Week

We the people Lesson 10
We the people Lesson 10
Pairs with the We the People Level 2 book, lesson 10....
By Tina Letlow
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Government Citizen Participation (Autocracy, Oligarchy, Democracy)
Government Citizen Participation (Autocracy, Oligarchy, Democracy)
This is a one page handout that describes the various forms of govts. in terms of citizen participation. (Autocracy, Oligarchy, Democracy). After ...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 40 Minutes

Governments of the World Comparative Chart
Governments of the World Comparative Chart
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...
By Jason Stein
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Subject: Government, World History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

American Issues (problems) project
American Issues (problems) project
Citizen Advocacy project in which students pick an issues facing americans to research and present found information to their classmates via a post...
By Mrs. Miller
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1305-4 U.S. Constitution Scavenger Hunt (Grades 3-5)
1305-4 U.S. Constitution Scavenger Hunt (Grades 3-5)
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...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Government - Cake Federalism - Bill Burton
Government - Cake Federalism - Bill Burton
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...
By Bill Burton
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Latin American Governments -- Cuba, Mexico, & Brazil
Latin American Governments -- Cuba, Mexico, & Brazil
This is a 20-slide PowerPoint that covers the government basics of Mexico, Cuba, & Brazil. This file includes a graphic organizer idea, notes, and ...
By Ansley Bennett
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: N/A

United States Government Tic Tac Toe
United States Government Tic Tac Toe
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...
By Team2dog
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

U.S. History Mad Gabs
U.S. History Mad Gabs
The puzzles contain small words that, when put together, make a word or phrase. For example, “These If Hill Wore” when pronounced quickly s...
By Make History Fun
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes

A Trial of a Trial (Mock Trial in a story)
A Trial of a Trial (Mock Trial in a story)
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 ...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Discussing the Articles of Confederation:  Dinner for Six
Discussing the Articles of Confederation: Dinner for Six
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 ...
By Billie Wixom
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Declaration of Independence and U S Constitution
Declaration of Independence and U S Constitution
The Declaration of Independence severed our ties to England. The U S Constitution is the foundation and source of the legal authority underlying t...
By Gerald Murphy
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2104-14 Global Influence of the American President
2104-14 Global Influence of the American President
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, the student will consider how the President uses financial, military, and diplomatic influence aro...
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

Branches of Government Test
Branches of Government Test
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...
By Rebecca@readinginnov
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Subject: Expository Writing, Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: N/A

Branches of Government Game
Branches of Government Game
Branches of Government Game... Great for President's Day or any day!! Place the description into the correct branch of government.... This ...
By Elementary Lesson Plans
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, President's Day Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A