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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

Classroom Bill  of Rights- Class Agreements Beginning of the Year
Classroom Bill of Rights- Class Agreements Beginning of the Year
To introduce American History and Government, this is one way to go over class agreements at the beginning of the year. I have students work in te...
By Ms. Zare
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Subject: Back to School, Government, Classroom Management Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Thomas Jefferson- 19 PAGES of Fun Activites
Thomas Jefferson- 19 PAGES of Fun Activites
19 pages of activities and worksheets to supplement your lessons on Thomas Jefferson. Fun activities that will creatively engage every student in ...
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

Bill to Law Activity/Game
Bill to Law Activity/Game
Program Description Characteristics of Target Learners: I will be targeting middle school students, 12-14 years old. Most of these students have co...
By Mike Alfred
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Civics Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Duration: N/A

Position Paper Development Form
Position Paper Development Form
Writing position papers is one of the most basic skill a government or general social studies class can teach. this form walks the student through...
By George Thomson
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Economics (k-12), Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes
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Federalism Word Search
Federalism Word Search
This word find contains key vocabulary for federalism....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Election Vocabulary Bingo Chips
Election Vocabulary Bingo Chips
Use these VOTE button BINGO chips with my Election Vocabulary Bingo game or you can use them with another game of your choice. They might make the...
By B.rogers
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Fascism
Fascism
This two-page handout on fascist government covers the fundamentals of fascist ideology with special reference to Nazism. Includes sections on wha...
By Mark Koerner
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Subject: Civics, Government, Political Science Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

VOTE Word for VOTE Glyph
VOTE Word for VOTE Glyph
This is an outline of the word VOTE. This is great for using with my VOTE Glyph! You could also use this with a younger grade to teach the word V...
By Lisa Geggie
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Subject: Government, Elections - Voting, Vocabulary Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Three Branches of American Government Test
Three Branches of American Government Test
This is a 26 question test about our American Government. There are 6 matching, 11 multiple choice, and 9 questions to choose either executive, leg...
By Jill Russ
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Subject: Civics, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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Federalism Foldable
Federalism Foldable
A foldable pattern to show the principle of federalism: how powers are distributed between the state and national government. Includes a place for ...
By Nichole Evans
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Civics, Government Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 30 Minutes

Primary Grades Internet Scavenger Hunt - Levels of Government
Primary Grades Internet Scavenger Hunt - Levels of Government
An internet scavenger hunt allows students to use educational websites in order to explore their standards. This scavenger hunt allows students to ...
By Heidi Raki
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Babies/Toddlers Duration: N/A

Study Guide for the Three Branches of Government
Study Guide for the Three Branches of Government
This basic study guide provides bulleted information about the three branches of government in kid-friendly language....
By Carrie Sindoni
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Subject: Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th 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

Declaration of Independence Analysis Activity
Declaration of Independence Analysis Activity
Complete Declaration of Independence activity with discussion questions, vocabulary and reading strategy....
By Mrs. T
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Civil Rights Today
Civil Rights Today
In his famous Letter from Birmingham Jail, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. outlines the four basic steps of nonviolent direct action against social inj...
By Grammargator
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Subject: Government, History, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A

Mayflower Compact , Magna Carta, Colonial Charters Powerpoint
Mayflower Compact , Magna Carta, Colonial Charters Powerpoint
Students learn important facts about how the US "copied" English government. It outlines important documents like the Magna Carta, Colonial Charter...
By Tony Pavlovich Instructomania
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

The Philadelphia Convention: In Their Own Words
The Philadelphia Convention: In Their Own Words
Teaching about the Constitutional Convention can be intimidating. Here is a great resource to make that easier: The letters and diaries of many o...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Current Events Presentation Rubric by Erica
Current Events Presentation Rubric by Erica
Current Events Presentation Rubric by Erica Get your class excited about current events happening both nationally and internationally. Have stude...
By Erica
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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US Citizenship Test with multiple choice answers
US Citizenship Test with multiple choice answers
Actual 100 citizenship test questions with multiple choice answers created by me....
By Mrs. Miller
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2101-14 The First 100 Days in Office
2101-14 The First 100 Days in Office
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain the importance of the President’s first 100 days in office. Le...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Reconstruction after Civil War - PowerPoint
Reconstruction after Civil War - PowerPoint
Students learn the goals and effects of the Reconstruction after the American Civil War through this 7-slide PowerPoint presentation. It also incl...
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

United States Citizenship - Naturalization Test (2008)
United States Citizenship - Naturalization Test (2008)
This is the updated U. S. Citizenship Test which is an excellent tool for all government, history or civics teachers. It can also be used as a Pre...
By Hteach62
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Subject: Government, Other (Social Studies - History) Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Semester

 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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2104-13 What is Foreign Policy?
2104-13 What is Foreign Policy?
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, the student will explain the evolution of U.S. foreign policy, how it is created and be able to ap...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

BrainPop Quiz: How a Bill Becomes a Law
BrainPop Quiz: How a Bill Becomes a Law
BrainPop Companion Quiz for How a Bill Becomes a Law 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

Constitution Day, September 17th, Writing Lesson Plan
Constitution Day, September 17th, Writing Lesson Plan
This is a writing activity to celebrate Constitution Day on September 17th. Students will engage in writing and participate in a fun activity to le...
By Colleen Rittmeyer
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Subject: Government, U.S. History, Writing Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: 90 Minutes

Signers of the U.S. Constitution Word Find
Signers of the U.S. Constitution Word Find
A word find on the signers of the U.S. Constitution....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Turn of the Century Ads Analysis Activity
Turn of the Century Ads Analysis Activity
A mini-project that is designed to give students the opportunity to explore turn of the century advertisements "through the eyes of a historian". ...
By Matthew Scherbarth
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Subject: Economics (k-12), Government, U.S. History Level(s): 12th Duration: 90 Minutes

2106-4 Board of Education Vs. Earls
2106-4 Board of Education Vs. Earls
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will read and analyze a case to determine why cases are heard by the Supreme Court. Less...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A

Bill of Rights Ceiling Decoration
Bill of Rights Ceiling Decoration
Two sided project to hang from the ceiling in the classroom....
By Meghann
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Volunteerism Civics Assignment
Volunteerism Civics Assignment
This resource is great for a Civics, Government or Leadership course. It challenges students to research a volunteer organization in their communit...
By Graski
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Senator's Dilemma  Civil Rights Act of 1964
Senator's Dilemma Civil Rights Act of 1964
This dilemma depicts the fundamental civic problem that faces elected public officials on a daily basis. Should one vote in accord with the wishes...
By Interactive Education
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 45 Minutes

What is Veteran's Day?
What is Veteran's Day?
This is a 12 slide PowerPoint that explains what Veteran's are. There is a slide also dedicated to each area of the Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Mari...
By The Teaching Garden
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Subject: Holidays/Seasonal, Government, U.S. History Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A

Civil War - Leaders of War PowerPoint
Civil War - Leaders of War PowerPoint
This 7-slide illustrative PowerPoint teaches students about the leaders of the American Civil War, including both Union and Confederate presidents,...
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

Women's History: Who are our Foremothers?
Women's History: Who are our Foremothers?
Activity name: Who are our Foremothers? Seminar: Women in American History Grade Levels: 5-12 Time needed: 1 to 2 class periods Materials...
By History Wizard
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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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All the President's Men
All the President's Men
Learn what each of the 15 departments within the executive branch of US government does, while gathering the president's cabinet around him! ...
By Fran Lafferty
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The American Revolution and Georgia PowerPoint
The American Revolution and Georgia PowerPoint
This 27 slide PowerPoint presentation explains the causes of the Revolutionary War, and how the state of Georgia became involved in it. Most of the...
By Happyedugator
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President's Day BINGO cards
President's Day BINGO cards
President's Day is a national holiday. It is an important part of our government and history. This activity is an educational and fun way to review...
By Amanda Wilson
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A

Our Government Song
Our Government Song
This song is sung to the tune of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star." Although it is based on SC government, the capital and city can easily be intercha...
By Rachael Bergstein
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT- The Judiciary
ADVANCED PLACEMENT- The Judiciary
This 20 page lecture covers all the essentials one needs to cover for the AP exam. Major topics covered include selection of judges, the impact of ...
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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Civil War Unit-Less Than $1.00 Per Lesson!
Civil War Unit-Less Than $1.00 Per Lesson!
The Civil War is a content-based unit with 13 COMPLETE lessons. We've given students all of the content and a balanced mix of higher and lower lev...
By Splash! Publications
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Geography (k-12) Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Months

Politican Project
Politican Project
This is a four day research project with explanation, rubric, scoring guide for teacher. The assignment has four pages of explanation and grading ...
By More
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 4 Days

Atomic Bomb-agree or disagree?
Atomic Bomb-agree or disagree?
This is meant to be used prior to teaching about America's use of the Atomic bomb in World War II. Five signs are provided in the last four slides...
By Christy Schirmer
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Subject: World History, U.S. History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 40 Minutes

Famous Supreme Court Justices
Famous Supreme Court Justices
This file contains a word find of famous chief and associate justices of the U.S. Supreme Court....
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A

Australia's Government
Australia's Government
This is a lesson plan about the government of Australia. This product includes a lesson plan, an activating strategy, 1n 11-slide PowerPoint presen...
By Ansley Bennett
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Subject: Australian History, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes

180 American History PowerPoint Presentations
180 American History PowerPoint Presentations
Buy in bulk and enjoy a 64% savings from the standard list price! 180 Expertly created American History PowerPoint presentations. All of the ma...
By Mrberlin
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The Primary Source - Historical Documents: The Founding Period
The Primary Source - Historical Documents: The Founding Period
Source book for teachers of American History with reproducible primary documents and question pages for students. The documents include: Albany P...
By Tammy Raiton
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler ISBN #: 0895981157

Understanding the U.S. Constitution
Understanding the U.S. Constitution
Whether you are wanting to learn more about the U.S. Constitution for your own purposes, or to teach a class, this book will be helpful to you. ...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: Civics, Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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