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

West Wing Children's Suffrage
West Wing Children's Suffrage
A group of middle schoolers, touring the White House, convince the Director of Communications, to hear their case for lowering voter age requiremen...
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Executive Branch Viewing Guide for Schlessinger US Government Video
Executive Branch Viewing Guide for Schlessinger US Government Video
Schlessinger makes great videos on government. They just don't make viewing guides! This is for students to complete WHILE watching the video. I...
By Stephanie Poynor
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A

Meet Benjamin Franklin, Comprehensive Elementary Unit Study
Meet Benjamin Franklin, Comprehensive Elementary Unit Study
This Comprehensive and complete unit study which covers almost every single aspect of Franklin's life journey is suitable for elementary grades. T...
By Donnette Davis
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U.S. Government Constitution Articles/Bill of Rights Notes Lesson Plan
U.S. Government Constitution Articles/Bill of Rights Notes Lesson Plan
This program is intended to cover all 7 Articles of the United States Constitution as well as the Bill of Rights (the first 10 Amendments of the Co...
By Scott Austin
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Subject: Government Level(s): 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Semester

The Three Branches of Government - Checks and Balances Guided Notes
The Three Branches of Government - Checks and Balances Guided Notes
For students to understand the checks and balances, I have created a graphic organizer. This product illustrates how the judicial, executive, and ...
By Randy Tease
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The Bill of Rights Hand Signs (Descriptions)
The Bill of Rights Hand Signs (Descriptions)
I use these hand signs with my students every year to help them remember the rights and freedoms of the first ten ammendments to the Constitution. ...
By Kim Andersen
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Subject: Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: 30 Minutes

2105-12 Elections for Members of Congress
2105-12 Elections for Members of Congress
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider what Senators and Congressmen and women do to get elected. Lesson warm up,...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Elections - Voting Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler 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

Great Depression Jeopardy
Great Depression Jeopardy
This is a great review. It covers Causes, The Crash, Hard Times, Whover? (Hoover's category), and the New Deal....
By Adam Meyers
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Constitution Day / Rules
Constitution Day / Rules
I use the book we the kids to introduce the constitution. As a class we create individual rights and then come together to create a class constitu...
By Cathy Wroten
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, Literature Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A

BrainPop Quiz: U.S. Constitution
BrainPop Quiz: U.S. Constitution
BrainPop Companion Quiz for U.S. Constitution 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

Preamble to the Constitution Lesson Plan
Preamble to the Constitution Lesson Plan
With the help of these quizzes, clips, songs, worksheet, PowerPoint, and test your students will learn the Preamble to the Constitution! This le...
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, World History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A

Roles of the President Web Activity
Roles of the President Web Activity
Most historians and politicians agree that Presidents must wear many hats and perform a variety of roles. These roles include Legislative Leader, ...
By Randy Tease
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A

History Project
History Project
This project allows the class to study a variety of historical events. Each group will be assigned one event in history to research. Each group mem...
By Stefanie Babione
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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Legislative Branch of  Georgia Government PowerPoint
Legislative Branch of Georgia Government PowerPoint
This 33 slide PowerPoint presentation goes over the details of the Legislative Branch of government in Georgia, and familiarizes students with the ...
By Happyedugator
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Social Studies Levels and Branches of Government Worksheet
Social Studies Levels and Branches of Government Worksheet
This is a worksheet that assess students' knowledge of the branches and levels of government. It includes 11 multiplie choice and matching question...
By Ms. J
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Constitution PowerPoint Prequiz
Constitution PowerPoint Prequiz
Find out what students already know about the Constitution with this powerpoint prequiz. Students view each slide and answer the questions on a se...
By Erin Bannon
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A

Local, State, and National Government PowerPoint Presentation
Local, State, and National Government PowerPoint Presentation
This 14 slide PowerPoint presentation takes students though the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches of government, and discusses the loca...
By Elizabeth Hill
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A

Slavery & Cotton in the South - PowerPoint
Slavery & Cotton in the South - PowerPoint
This 10-slide illustrative PowerPoint teaches students about the growth of the "Cotton Kingdom" in the South in America. It explains Eli Whitney's...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th Duration: N/A

ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Bureaucracy
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Bureaucracy
This 12 page lecture covers the constitutional basis of the bureaucracy, its constraints, its impact on policymaking and how the president and cong...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes
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Abraham Lincoln- 19 PAGES of fun activities
Abraham Lincoln- 19 PAGES of fun activities
19 pages of activities and worksheets to supplement your lessons on Abraham Lincoln. Fun activities that will creatively engage every student in y...
By Mrs. Bart
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

Political Cartoon Andrew Jackson Rubric
Political Cartoon Andrew Jackson Rubric
This is the actual handout for students, with assignment, questions to answer and grading rubric. The rubric is out of 20 points, with 5 different ...
By Erin Gardner
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes

3103-2 Birth of Political Parties in America
3103-2 Birth of Political Parties in America
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will discover how disagreements over government and other issues led to the rise of polit...
By Inspired Educators
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2101-5 Picking a Vice President
2101-5 Picking a Vice President
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider what is taken into consideration when a candidate picks a running mate. Le...
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

Government - Constitutional Convention Match - Bill Burton
Government - Constitutional Convention Match - Bill Burton
Match terms from the constitutional convention. Runs off the Flash Player - Get it at http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ Works great on a white boar...
By Bill Burton
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Marbury v. Madison PowerPoint Presentation and Activity Guide
Marbury v. Madison PowerPoint Presentation and Activity Guide
Objective: To examine the importance of judicial review. Key Terms and People: Judicial Review John Marshall Thomas Jefferson John Adams Ja...
By Mrberlin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Events in U.S. History Starters
Events in U.S. History Starters
This goes in conjunction with a free posting I have called "People in U.S. History Starters". The free posting has 34 starters and this posting has...
By Social Studies Guy
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Test Prep

GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-The Presidential-Congressional Relationship
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-The Presidential-Congressional Relationship
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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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

First Ten Amendments - Comic Version
First Ten Amendments - Comic Version
If you draw each number to the first ten amendments, you can create a mnemonic device -- such as the first amendment is a pencil (number 1) writing...
By Jennifer Ruppert
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Mnemonics

2104-3 Debating the Electoral College
2104-3 Debating the Electoral College
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the role of the Electoral College and the controversy surrounding it. Less...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Civics, Government, Elections - Voting Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Levels of Government Louisiana
Levels of Government Louisiana
ActiveBoard flipchart outlining the levels of government with local and state being Baton Rouge LA...
By Kayla Richardson
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Subject: Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: 50 Minutes

2106-12 The Supreme Court and the First Amendment
2106-12 The Supreme Court and the First Amendment
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider how the Supreme Court rules on First Amendment cases, using the Miller, Lem...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Four Branches of Government
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-The Four Branches of Government
This is a series of four comprehensive lectures that covers the most important topics of the AP Government exam: The Presidency and Executive Branc...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2102D-11 How Do I Vote?  Qualifications and Registration
2102D-11 How Do I Vote? Qualifications and Registration
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the qualifications for voting in the United States and explain th...
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

GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Civil Liberties Concepts
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Civil Liberties Concepts
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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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The U.S. Presidents Word Search Puzzle
The U.S. Presidents Word Search Puzzle
This is a word search puzzle containing all of the presidents' last names from Washington through Obama. For the presidents who share last names, ...
By Alex Mauldin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A

Social Studies - The Government of Canada Part 2 PowerPoint
Social Studies - The Government of Canada Part 2 PowerPoint
This is part 2 PowerPoint presentation covers the legislative and executive branches of the federal and provincial governments in Canada as well as...
By Sean W.
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A

2103 Marbury v. Madison and Judicial Review
2103 Marbury v. Madison and Judicial Review
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the importance of Marbury v. Madison in strengthening the judicia...
By Inspired Educators
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West Wing  Take This Sabbath Day  Death Penalty
West Wing Take This Sabbath Day Death Penalty
After the Supreme Court refuses to stay the execution of a Federal prisoner, Simon Cruz, convicted of killing two drug kingpins, President Bartlet ...
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World Government Map
World Government Map
To help students visualize the types of government that exist around the world, they will create their own map of governments around the world usin...
By Colorado Teacher
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 90 Minutes

People in U.S. History Starters Quiz with Key
People in U.S. History Starters Quiz with Key
This quiz goes with the "People in U.S. History Starters" in which I have posted for free. You can make your own quiz but mine will save you a few ...
By Social Studies Guy
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Civil Liberties Court Cases and Incorporation
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Civil Liberties Court Cases and Incorporation
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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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

How to Review for the U.S. History Regents: Sample Digital Activities
How to Review for the U.S. History Regents: Sample Digital Activities
This is a sample of our comprehensive regents review program--Get Regents Ready. Get Regents Ready is an interactive digital review system which te...
By Brian Vieira
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Critical Thinking Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

 Presidential Roles (Holt American Government), Part 4
Presidential Roles (Holt American Government), Part 4
This is part four 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, Political Science Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Bill of Rights PowerPoint Presentation
Bill of Rights PowerPoint Presentation
Objective: To analyze the freedoms guaranteed in the Bill of Rights. Key Terms and People: Bill of Rights (Amendments 1 - 10) Freedom of Speec...
By Mrberlin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 11th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

The Giver-Bibliotherapy Unit
The Giver-Bibliotherapy Unit
This unit provides you with ready-to-go, higher-level questions for The Giver by Lois Lowry. Originally intended to work as a bibliotherapy unit, ...
By Gifty Girl
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Subject: Reading, Government, Literature Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 1 Month

Government Test
Government Test
This test is geared towards 2nd grade students. It includes matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions. It can be used in any state....
By Rachael Bergstein
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6 Basic Constituional Principles Lesson
6 Basic Constituional Principles Lesson
This lesson focuses on the 6 Basic Principles included in the US Constitution. ...
By Rachel Tinsley
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour
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Country Fact Sheet
Country Fact Sheet
This is a basic fill in the blank template that can be used as students begin gathering information about a particular country. It helps them focus...
By Cabin Boy
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, World History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 hours