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Political Philosophy
Political Philosophy
Political Philosophy from China and Beyond is a mini-unit on political philosophy. Students examine political philosophers from Confucius to Madis...
By Colorado Teacher
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior
George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior
This is posted in my class. It is George Washington's Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior. These are the 10 that apply most to the classroom an...
By Teach-n-learn!
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Subject: Civics, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Government Systems -- Unitary, Confederation, & Federal
Government Systems -- Unitary, Confederation, & Federal
This is a lesson plan about the different types of government systems (Unitary, Confederation, & Federal). There is also specific information about...
By Ansley Bennett
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Subject: Civics Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A

9 Leadership Quotes Mini-Posters for Bulletin Boards and Lessons
9 Leadership Quotes Mini-Posters for Bulletin Boards and Lessons
9 Leadership quotes. Used as a bulletin board and as an daily mini-lesson on what exactly leadership means....
By Joan Sipll
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Subject: Civics Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 90 Minutes

Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers
Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers
When is it ethically appropriate for a person to leak classified information to the press? Is it ever all right to break the law? When? Under wh...
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Subject: Character Education, Civics, Criminal Justice - Law Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes

 Presidential Roles (Holt American Government), Part 5
Presidential Roles (Holt American Government), Part 5
This is part five of a five part lecture on Presidential Roles. It complements HOLT"S AMERICAN GOVERNMENT, chapter 7, section one. The lectures c...
By Larry B.
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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2101-7 Political Party Platforms
2101-7 Political Party Platforms
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to describe the purpose of a party platform and create their own. Lesson wa...
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

On Memorial Day-pp
On Memorial Day-pp
This is a powerpoint focusing on memorial day. It refers to it's origins, some activities and a few patriotic poems. It is a good resource to incre...
By Elizabeth Burke
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Subject: English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Civics Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Occupation/Career Memory Match
Occupation/Career Memory Match
Match the person wearing clothes that reprsent their career to the tool(s) they need to use to perform their job. 44 cards in all Graphics ...
By 1st Grade Teacher
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Subject: Life Skills, Character Education, Civics Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Rights of the Accused Graphic Organizer
Rights of the Accused Graphic Organizer
This organizer goes through the rights of the accused in the order in which they would come up in a search/arrest situation. I use it throughout my...
By Brooke Travers
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Subject: Government, Civics, Criminal Justice - Law Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Laws and Rules for Good Citizens Lesson
Laws and Rules for Good Citizens Lesson
This booklet is used in conjunction with a Good Citizens Unit in Social Studies. After we learn about Laws and Rules the students take home this b...
By Little Priorities
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Subject: Civics Level(s): 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

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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The Process Of Picking A President
The Process Of Picking A President
This is a seventeen frame power point that gives a basic understanding of the American process of electing a president. it includes facts, picture...
By Elizabeth Burke
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Subject: English Language Arts, Civics, Elections - Voting Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 hour

Veterans Day Lesson Plans (Grades 1-3)
Veterans Day Lesson Plans (Grades 1-3)
This 9 page Veterans Day Lesson Plan download is perfect for primary students. Objectives: * Students will be able to define the terms veteran...
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Executive Branch notes
Executive Branch notes
These are notes for the executive branch of the government....
By Sarah Eckler
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 8th Duration: N/A

Social Studies: Distribution of Power/Authority Worksheet
Social Studies: Distribution of Power/Authority Worksheet
This worksheet is designed to be used as either a quiz or extra practice for your students. It has 10 short answer and fill in the blank questions ...
By Ms. J
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Life Skills Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Conservative Children's Book
Conservative Children's Book "Founders' Fables"
A unique and colorful conservative children's book, "Founders' Fables" helps families explain America's most treasured values through the use of te...
By Laurie Cockerell
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Subject: Civics, Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration:
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Civics Project - Characterization of a Political Figure
Civics Project - Characterization of a Political Figure
This is my favorite Civics Project of the year! I present it to the students the second week of Civics. I actually dress up as Thomas Jefferson and...
By Mariah Carlile
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 12th Duration: 1 Semester

Race, History and You - U.S. History and Human Relations
Race, History and You - U.S. History and Human Relations
Race, History and You A course program for secondary school U.S. History and Human Relations Race History and You will give students a thorough k...
By Charles Kuner
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Subject: African Studies, Social Studies - History, Civics Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Week

Famous Supreme Court Cases
Famous Supreme Court Cases
This worksheet serves as a kind of case brief sheet where students can write down all the important information about a particular Supreme Court ca...
By Andrew Baxter
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Subject: Civics, Political Science, Law Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: 30 Minutes
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2102D-7 Excuses, Excuses (Voter Turnout)
2102D-7 Excuses, Excuses (Voter Turnout)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider and evaluate issues that affect voter turnout. Lesson warm up, teacher ins...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Geography (k-12) Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

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

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

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

Censorship Activity and Discussion Guide
Censorship Activity and Discussion Guide
This assignment gives the students a detailed definition of censorship and the various types of censorship prevalent in our society today. Once stu...
By Ms. Howell
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Election True or False Introductory Worksheet
Election True or False Introductory Worksheet
True or False questions based on the election process Good to use as an introduction to election process to see how much kids already know or as...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Civics, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes

What was happening powerpoint
What was happening powerpoint
What was happening when you were happening… Each student will do a small presentation about what was happening on the day and month that you wer...
By Lee White
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Bill of Rights Project
Bill of Rights Project
This is a Project that demonstrates the importance of the Bill of Rights while taking a roundabout way to teach what rights are protected under the...
By Mr. Garcia
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Timeline of the U.S. Constitution
Timeline of the U.S. Constitution
If you want a good, solid introduction to the writing and ratifying of the U.S. Constitution -- look no further. This 15 page document will give y...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Constitution / Bill of Rights Power Point Project, Rubric & Peer Grade
Constitution / Bill of Rights Power Point Project, Rubric & Peer Grade
Assignment sheet for a group project to create a power point on the Constitution and Bill of Rights. A rubric and peer assessment sheet are includ...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days

GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-What Determines an Election?
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-What Determines an Election?
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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Election project with debate scorecard,campaign ads...
Election project with debate scorecard,campaign ads...
HUGE Election Project!!!!! This project can go with any election, but is perfect for the Presidential Election in 2012. Extra resources included, s...
By Kelli Nieblas
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Social Studies - History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Script: Shakespeare's Hamlet on Trial
Script: Shakespeare's Hamlet on Trial
Hamlet on trial by Kathy Applebee The audience literally gets into the act as eleven members are chosen for jury duty in this courtroom drama to d...
By Kathleen Applebee
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Constitution Rap Song/ Poem Project
Constitution Rap Song/ Poem Project
This project is a great way to get the kids involved in something creative while also learning. The students will do some really neat projects, I p...
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

Dale Earnhardt Sr.  Triumps and Tragedies
Dale Earnhardt Sr. Triumps and Tragedies
Great PP presentation highlighting the important points of racing icon Dale Earnhardt before his death....
By Academic Learning Coach
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Bill of Rights Challenge
Bill of Rights Challenge
Students take on the role of a legal team with 10 modern-day scenarios. Their task? Determine how the Bill of Rights protects the rights of Americ...
By Go Social Studies Go
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes

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

Lawyer's Code & Ethical vs. Unethical Situations
Lawyer's Code & Ethical vs. Unethical Situations
This is for a Law class. It is the Lawyer's Code of Professional Responsibility and includes ethical vs. unethical situations for students to discu...
By Brooke Travers
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Contemporary Women in American History Monument/Writing Activity
Contemporary Women in American History Monument/Writing Activity
You are on a committee to create a new national monument dedicated to the history of modern American women. Your committee must decide what four mo...
By History Wizard
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Subject: U.S. History, Civics, Social Studies - History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 Days

Constitution Day - History, Bill of Rights, Quiz (PDF)
Constitution Day - History, Bill of Rights, Quiz (PDF)
These handouts work great for a quick overview of the constitution, whether you are just beginning a unit devoted to the subject, or need something...
By Mrs. Elitzin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Anti-bullying - 5 Quotes to Hang
Anti-bullying - 5 Quotes to Hang
To supplement your school's anti-bullying campaign,here are 5 different quotes from famous people. These can be hung around your classroom. Each ...
By Enrichment 4 Kids
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Subject: Civics, School Counselor Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Branches of the US Military (Government, Civics,Veterans)
Branches of the US Military (Government, Civics,Veterans)
This PowerPoint presentation has been designed educate students on the 5 branches of the U.S. military: Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Gu...
By L Ackert
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Subject: Holidays/Seasonal, Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Patriotic Symbols Worksheet
Patriotic Symbols Worksheet
This worksheet includes colorful pictures of patriotic symbols in America i.e. Statue of Liberty, Liberty Bell, etc. and corresponding questions. U...
By Tasha Howlett
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Subject: Civics Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Babies/Toddlers Duration: N/A

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:

Advisory Group Series -  David's Dilemma
Advisory Group Series - David's Dilemma
David and his friend Michael work in the same grocery store. They both sign a contract specifically requiring the reporting of any employee steali...
By Interactive Education
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes

New York State Treasure Hunt
New York State Treasure Hunt
This Treasure Hunt Activity is designed for a New York State 4th Grader at the end of 4th Grade. I use it as a fun, interactive wrap-up activity a...
By Kristin Dahl
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Subject: Civics, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies - History) Level(s): 4th Duration: N/A

Smart Response Government
Smart Response Government
This is a smart response pre/post assessment or review. Topics include mayor, president, governor,( not state specific) issues related to state an...
By Lisa Mroz
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Subject: Government, Elections - Voting, Civics Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

2102D-16 Polling the Public
2102D-16 Polling the Public
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain opinion polls, what they are used for, and how they affect public...
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

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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Subject: Government, Civics, Other (Social Studies - History) Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: Other

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