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Where I Live (Community)
Where I Live (Community)
This is a primary unit on "Where I Live". It makes a nice booklet for students to work on as they learn about their world. Pages include: Cover, P...
By Dawn
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd Duration: 2 Weeks
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Current Events: Using News Media to Enrich Classroom Resources
Current Events: Using News Media to Enrich Classroom Resources
I want my students to pay attention to what is happening in the news, but I do not want them to focus on the sensational. This unit contains four ...
By Mary Bauer
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Subject: Civics, Government, Character Education Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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BrainPop Quiz: Civil Rights
BrainPop Quiz: Civil Rights
BrainPop Companion Quiz for Civil Rights 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, Civics, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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The Three Branches of Government Prewrite Graphic Organizer
The Three Branches of Government Prewrite Graphic Organizer
This worksheet allows students to organize their Three Branches of Government research. ...
By Luis Padilla
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Subject: EFL - ESL - ELD, Expository Writing, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
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In The Words of Presidents
In The Words of Presidents
A critical thinking activity where students contrast and compare different inaugural speeches of past presidents (FDR and JFK). There is also a re...
By B Lawrence
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Spain Atlas Page, Fact Sheet
Spain Atlas Page, Fact Sheet
This is what I call an Atlas page. I have the students create an Atlas as a project each year and they have pages for each country we study. They...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 2 Days
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Government and Culture Geography Assessment
Government and Culture Geography Assessment
This 30-minute teacher-made test comes complete with 15 higher-level multiple choice questions, 2 short answer questions and 1 short essay question...
By Martha Boykin
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2101 Electing the President COMPLETE UNIT
2101 Electing the President COMPLETE UNIT
This complete InspirEd Educators 98 page unit includes 15 single-class lessons to teach the electoral process in America. Topics include powers an...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration:
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Democratic Values Chart
Democratic Values Chart
Chart lists and defines the 7 democratic values and asks student to provide examples to illustrate each value in the United States. Additional page...
By Rebecca Rush
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Subject: World History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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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...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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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...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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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
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Presidents PowerPoint Game
Presidents PowerPoint Game
This interactive PowerPoint game allows students to have fun as they review the presidential policies and actions of the first few presidents, such...
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
Type: Activities, Games, Power Point Presentations

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The Legislative Branch
The Legislative Branch
This word find includes key vocabulary for the legislative branch of American Government....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Roman Empire vs. America - Weaknesses Venn Diagram
Roman Empire vs. America - Weaknesses Venn Diagram
Students use this Venn Diagram to compare and contrast weaknesses that led to the Roman Empire's downfall in history to weaknesses seen in modern-d...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Social Studies - History, World History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: N/A
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Lewis and Clark and Grizzlies Powerpoint
Lewis and Clark and Grizzlies Powerpoint
This is a 20 slide Powerpoint about Lewis and Clark and grizzly bear encounters which can be used alone or with the Lewis and Clark and Grizzlies r...
By Donald Jenkins
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Subject: Government, Science, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
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The Thirteenth Amendment
The Thirteenth Amendment
This is a Warm Up/Review Lesson using a first day cover-envelopes with commemorative stamp, postmark and artwork. By analyzing the images of the st...
By Kris Mcintosh
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 5th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes
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2103-8 Civic Responsibilities in a Democracy
2103-8 Civic Responsibilities in a Democracy
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the civil responsibilities that go hand-in-hand with living in a democracy....
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The Preamble to the United States Constitution
The Preamble to the United States Constitution
Using Mike Wilkins' 1987 Preamble in License Plates, students will explore the purposes of the United States government....
By Billie Wixom
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2104-11 Limiting the Powers of the Executive Branch
2104-11 Limiting the Powers of the Executive Branch
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain how the power of the U.S. President can be checked. Lesson warm ...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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9 characteristics of one-party states
9 characteristics of one-party states
Basic characteristics of countries run by single-party governments. ...
By Mark Koerner
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Subject: Government, Political Science Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
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Current Issue Amendment Debates
Current Issue Amendment Debates
This free product is over 55 debate and discussion questions over current or past issues involving over 10 different amendments. You can decide ho...
By Tim Obergefell
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Creating Our Government Game
Creating Our Government Game
This game, "Creating Our Government" I Have, Who Has...?, was created to help students review how our government was created in a fun, unique way. ...
By Karen Morgan
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Imperialism Resources
Imperialism Resources
Includes 10 pages of documents and activities that can be used when studying U.S. imperialism....
By John Heeg
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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We the People
We the People
A project of the Center for Civic Eduacation....
By Lloyd Stableford
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Subject: Government, Civics, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler ISBN #: N/A
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US Government: Religious Freedom: The Lemon and Sherbert Tests
US Government: Religious Freedom: The Lemon and Sherbert Tests
Fans of Government and AP Government will enjoy this overview of the Lemon and Sherbert cases and their application to the Establishment and Free E...
By History Guru
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, Law Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 1 hour
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Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition Successful?
Was the Lewis and Clark Expedition Successful?
In this persuasive research project, students have to present evidence to decide if the Lewis and Clark expedition was successful. Their product i...
By Donald Jenkins
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Subject: Government, Native Americans, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Week
Type: Activities, Minilessons, Research

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5108-8 Comparing and Contrasting American and Canadian Governments
5108-8 Comparing and Contrasting American and Canadian Governments
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to identify the similarities and differences in the design of the government...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Canadian History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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U.S. Political Cartoons 1840 to 1849
U.S. Political Cartoons 1840 to 1849
A collection of 44 political cartoons. Includes the 44 cartoons formatted as 8 ½ X 11 inch PDF files, which can be printed as well as a power poi...
By Mike Kincaid
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Congressional Committees Projec
Congressional Committees Projec
Students will be given/choose a congressional committee to research. Information will include who is the ranking minority leader, when it was esta...
By Tracy Freund
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Subject: Government Level(s): 12th Duration: N/A
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America at Odds: enduring issues in American Politics CD-Rom
America at Odds: enduring issues in American Politics CD-Rom
This Cd-Rom makes politics come alive!It is an interactive cd-rom that will help students scrutinize 20 enduring issues in government of the US. Is...
By Tammy Raiton
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Subject: Government, Civics Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler ISBN #: 0534536263
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Constitutional Convention and Georgia (Constitutions of 1777 and 1789)
Constitutional Convention and Georgia (Constitutions of 1777 and 1789)
These are all the materials I created to teach the Constitutional Convention of 1789 and the respective history in Georgia including Georgia's Cons...
By Elblackmon
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th Duration: N/A
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Thomas Jefferson Introductory Quiz
Thomas Jefferson Introductory Quiz
A seven question introductory quiz on Thomas Jefferson and may be used as an anticipatory set. A powerpoint presentation in a quicktime movie form...
By Mr. Harms
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year
Getting To Know You Through Geography: A Beginning of The Year
Geography teachers, are you always looking for a great get-to-know-you geography activity for the beginning of the year. This activity will encour...
By Martha Boykin
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Subject: Geography (k-12), Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Propaganda Techniques used in Campaign Ads
Propaganda Techniques used in Campaign Ads
This is one of my favorite lessons for Government class! Students learn about the tricks political campaigns use to convince voters to vote a certa...
By I Love Gov
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes
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The President's Hats
The President's Hats
An expanded list of the various "Hats" of the U.S. president, including examples of what is done wearing the hat....
By Lloyd Stableford
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Civil War _ Fill in the Blanks + Key (To Kill a Mockingbird)
Civil War _ Fill in the Blanks + Key (To Kill a Mockingbird)
Your students can fill in the blanks about the Civil War, aka the War Between the States.(Presidents Lincoln and Davis, slaves, plantation) The br...
By Always Academic
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Subject: English Language Arts, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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2102D-5 Create Your Own Political Party
2102D-5 Create Your Own Political Party
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students have the opportunity to create their own political party, including a platform and activi...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Civics Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Benjamin Franklin - 13 Virtues
Benjamin Franklin - 13 Virtues
The 13 Virtues of Benjamin Franklin are reviewed and translated into a modern day setting. Each slide represents a virtue that has a familiar imag...
By Bryan Bjorklund
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Unites States Government, Constitution, Declaration of Independence
Unites States Government, Constitution, Declaration of Independence
Included is a 28 page collection of materials designed to support an introductory U.S. Government unit covering the birth of the United States from...
By Ms. Solis
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Native Americans Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: 2 Weeks
Type: Examinations - Quizzes, Homeschool Curricula, Study Guides

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2101-10 The Media and Elections
2101-10 The Media and Elections
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider the influence of the media in elections. Lesson warm up, teacher instructi...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Federal vs. State Courts
Federal vs. State Courts
This is a great organizer for students to use when learning about the federal and state court system. I suggest that you tailor the "state" side to...
By Brooke Travers
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Subject: Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Social Studies Government Alphabet Book Project
Social Studies Government Alphabet Book Project
Use these two pages to assign a letter of the alphabet to each child in your class to research a vocabulary word dealing with the United States Gov...
By Ilovetoteach
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Thinking of Enlisting?
Thinking of Enlisting?
Many of us are finding the increased presence of military recruiters in our schools disturbing, especially given the one-sided nature of their mess...
By Grammargator
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education Duration: N/A
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A Committeewoman's Dilemma Marilyn Fisher
A Committeewoman's Dilemma Marilyn Fisher
A local party committeewoman faces a conflict between party loyalty and personal integrity when her party nominates a candidate she feels she canno...
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Subject: Civics, Government, Political Science Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 50 Minutes
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GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Campaign Finance Reform
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER-Campaign Finance Reform
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, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Government Types Foldable
Government Types Foldable
It's difficult for students to grasp the different terms that describe governments. It is harder for them to understand that several terms describ...
By Kate Wood
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Subject: Government, Civics, European History Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: 2 hours
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Types of Governments Fill in the Blank Chart
Types of Governments Fill in the Blank Chart
This is chart with the types of governments in terms of citizen participation (autocratic, oligarchic, democratic), distribution of power (unitary,...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 1 hour
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The Three Branches of US Government
The Three Branches of US Government
This is the perfect powerpoint to utilize when introducing students to the United States Government branches. The first slide introduces the three...
By Leeanne Radish
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Subject: Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The Legal Process Internet Activity Government/Criminal Law
The Legal Process Internet Activity Government/Criminal Law
This is a great internet activity I use in my senior level government class. Students go to an excellent website & answer questions about the legal...
By Iceman
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Criminal Justice - Law, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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