This thirteen page file includes resources to supplement your existing government unit or to launch meaningful kid-friendly lessons on Constitution... ByOne Extra Degree
Activity, Lesson Plan: US Constitution Project and Worksheets
ELA History Social Studies Standards: 1,2,3,4,5
Your students will become detecti... ByWise Guys
This is an exciting unit on U.S. Government! It is perfect for middle elementary school grades (2nd, 3rd, 4th) and can be adapted for higher or low... ByMary Lirette
I love Social Studies, but our curriculum is so dry and outdated that I find myself creating a lot of activities from scratch to engage them! This... ByOne Extra Degree
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Students will learn about the three branches of government with this interacti... ByLesson Plan Sos Teachers
Students will learn about being a good citizen with this packet. 7 pages include: history of the constitution, rights and responsibilities, good ci... ByLesson Plan Sos Teachers
Enjoy this 3 page Presidents Day Language-Arts freebie.
Perfect for higher level 2nd graders to typical 5th graders.
Great way to change up morni... BySunnydays
Finally! Reviewing basic government facts can be fun! Use these origami fortune tellers to create a fun and engaging way to review basic governme... ByAshleigh
This Government unit focuses on the 3 Branches of Government and contains 73 pages. It has a simulated activity for students to act out how a bill ... ByLisa C
This is a one page sort on the 3 branches of government. This product is also available in my American Government Activities and Worksheets Collec... ByAshleigh
Students can learn about American government through this activity. This is an entirely different project that the enrichment in my American Govern... ByAshleigh
SOL 1.11 Patriotic Symbols Thematic Unit: Teacher Worksheets that includes 8 activities: Key concepts covered:
United States has patriotic symbo... ByMrs. Motley
Sorting and graphing are important early math skills; Veterans Day is a great time to introduce or review the concept of graphing and get students ... ByMelissa Williams
Students form cooperative groups to create their own city! Students transform into mayors and citizens who hold city council meetings. Directions, ... ByLesson Plan Sos Teachers
Social Studies: Patriotic Symbols Art Mobile. Students will cut, color and label 5 patriotic symbols for a Mobile Art project. Cool Project to do a... ByMrs. Motley
Here is a two-page worksheet about the three branches of government. The students complete this worksheet by searching for information on the given... ByMary Shoemaker
This worksheet comprises 11 questions for students to answer about Martin Luther King. They find the answers under three different sections of the ... ByMary Shoemaker
I use this game as a way to familiarize my students with 10 specific interest groups that they would be likely to hear on the news (ex. NRA, NOW, P... ByI Love Gov
This is a one page sort on the levels of government: national, state, and local. This product is included in my American Government Activities an... ByAshleigh
A fun mini-unit learning all about our 1st and 16th president along with a writing project to learn about a president of your student's choice. The... ByKimberly Cavett
Assignment to write a letter to a congressperson about an issue the student feels strongly about. A template is included in business letter format... ByMrs. Miller
Encourage your students to think about our laws, the reasons they exist, and consequences for infractions through this activity. Use the planning ... ByOne Extra Degree
Are you studying Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? Here's an activity based on his peaceful protests on what is unjust. Children will sort statements a... ByElementary Matters
Get your students excited about the first ten amendments to the Constitution as they read situations that they can relate to.
This packet includes... ByRuth S.
A mini-book about President Barak Obama written at a first grade level! Students will enjoy reading independently about our president! Includes i... ByKathy Chandler
This is a quiz that goes along with my India PowerPoint. It is not very useful unless you download the PowerPoint that goes with it. The quiz was c... ByPowerpoint Maniac
This lesson discusses the role of John Marshall in aiding the development of the U.S. court system in the court case of William Marbury vs. James M... ByAaperales
This Jigsaw Activity is designed for researching the Three Branches of US Government. First, students work in 3 large groups, each researching a d... ByKristin Dahl
Overview: The importance of understanding the basis of our government is important to every citizen of the United States. This unit provides a co... ByJeanne Guthrie
Introduce the Great Awakening to your students using this card sort activity and worksheet (with answer key provided). Students learn the cause of... ByMonica Lukins
This 26-page Civil War Packet is designed to help students learn about the American Civil War through class work and homework assignments. (I also ... ByMonica Lukins
This worksheet matches my interactive PowerPoint presentation which describes various checks and balances within the three branches of the federal ... ByBissy
This song is about the three branches of government: executive, legislative, and judicial. It is sung to the tune of "Dynamite" by Taio Cruz. Check... ByMusic Man Mike
This PowerPoint gives students an outline of all events from George Washington through the War of 1812.
A more detailed outline includes:
- G... ByDonald Kazmark Iii
This activity is designed to have students split up into three groups, one group for each branch of government (you may choose to have more than on... ByRachael Parlett
In this pre-made mock trial, the poor people of the United States of America allege that the federal government has not done its job in providing f... ByJohn O'neill
This contract is wonderful for creating a differentiated learning opportunity for your students. It includes many activity ideas for your students... ByEileen Rafuse
This engaging and humorous play is great for students with low motivation or reading skills. Students will learn how Madison shaped our modern con... ByChristy Schirmer
Here is a fun way to reinforce essential government concepts! Cut out and glue together to create a cube. Have students roll the cube and answer ... ByAshleigh
19 pages of activities and worksheets to supplement your lessons on Benjamin Franklin.
Fun activities that will creatively engage every student in... ByMrs. Bart
Has the US helped contribute to Haiti's overwhelming poverty? What is our responsibility to our neighbor to the south? With this interactive less... ByPower Of Education Foundation
Growing Voters is a broad range of original, ready-to-use, grade-specific learning activities and web resources to help teachers integrate the 2008... ByJo Hart
It's Password from the 1960's. Remember Allen Ludden, Betty White's husband, played this game where only one (word) clues could be given. My Friend... ByBill Burton
This is a game that goes along with the PowerPoint I also have available to teach about the Constitution. The sample shows one of the cards, there... ByRichelle Votaw
This 12-slide Power Point gives rules and customs for displaying the United States flag. The clear graphics and supporting text are perfect for ma... ByLaura Burke
Boxcar Children: Mystery in Washington, D.C. Lesson Plans and Activities by Erica
Boxcar Children: The Mystery in Washington, D.C. by Gertrude Cha... ByErica
This is George Washington's Fakebook (Facebook) page that includes status updates, pictures, quotes, relationship status, and employment informatio... ByMake History Fun