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Right-Wing Extremist Groups in the U.S., 1990s-today
Right-Wing Extremist Groups in the U.S., 1990s-today
Describes different types of right-wing extremist groups, including millenarians like the Branch Davidians as well as militias, Christian Identity ...
By Jim Gregory
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Dictator for a Day
Dictator for a Day
This activity reinforces key vocabulary terms such as dictator, and autocracy or autocratic type of government. It's a very fun activity, that the...
By John Godwin
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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"Bill of Rights Gone Wrong"
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 Duration: 90 Minutes
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Supreme Court Building Block Puzzle
Supreme Court Building Block Puzzle
I created this project as a way to bring in some kinesthetic learning to my Government class! Essentially, a group of students are given a set of 2...
By I Love Gov
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Subject: Government, Criminal Justice - Law, Civics Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 50 Minutes
Type: Assessment, Cooperative Learning, Games

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American Revolution Study Guide
American Revolution Study Guide
This 2-page "American Revolution Study Guide" offers short answer, fill-in-the-blank, and timeline questions quizzing students on terms/topics/peop...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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The Prince - Primary Source Reading and Activity
The Prince - Primary Source Reading and Activity
Use this to integrate some literature into your Social Studies class. This excerpt would fit well into any absolute monarch section....
By Mrs. T
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Subject: World History, Other (Social Studies - History), Government Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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How A Bill Becomes A Law ~ Internet Activity ~ Blackline Master
How A Bill Becomes A Law ~ Internet Activity ~ Blackline Master
This is a lesson in which the students use an Internet website to go through the process of how a bill becomes a law. It is an interactive lesson ...
By Roxygirl Teacher
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Political Party, Voting, Election Locker Decoration
Political Party, Voting, Election Locker Decoration
Students make a locker decoration on an independent, Republican, or Democrat background. The locker decoration includes personal qualities and int...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: 45 Minutes
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Political Systems
Political Systems
I wrote this social studies unit when I was teaching 6th grade. However, it can be used with any class that is studying about political systems. It...
By Einstein1
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Subject: Government, Reading Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Handouts, Minilessons

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Tennessee Government
Tennessee Government
I created this flipchart for a lesson about the Tennessee Government. It explains the 3 branches of state government in a simple and understandable...
By Sara Kistner
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Subject: Government Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: 30 Minutes
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Congress
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Congress
This 29 page lecture designed for advanced placement classes covers elections issues, the makeup of Congress, how a bill becomes a law, and the com...
By Joseph Tusing
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Days
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Events Leading to Civil War Worksheet Activity Common Core
Events Leading to Civil War Worksheet Activity Common Core
Events Leading to Civil War Worksheet Activity Common Core ELA History Social Studies Standards: 1, 4, 7 This activity includes: a worksheet on ...
By Wise Guys
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 hour
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Constitution Handout
Constitution Handout
This is a 2 page handout which has some statistics on Federalists and Anti-Federalists along with some primary source quotes by Federalists and Ant...
By Donald Jenkins
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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eLections
eLections
To give students an idea of what a Presidential election entails, an election simulation has been created by Cable in the Classroom. For accountab...
By Colorado Teacher
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 2 hours
Type: Internet Activities, Worksheets

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Second Grade Government Test
Second Grade 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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Subject: Government Level(s): 2nd Duration: N/A
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Powers Poster
Powers Poster
List and illustrate examples of powers the people, state and Fed have and what the limits are....
By Tina Letlow
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Graphic Organizers, Posters, Worksheets

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1305-8 The Judicial Branch (grades 3-5)
1305-8 The Judicial Branch (grades 3-5)
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine how cases come before the Supreme Court and the importance of judicial revie...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Homeschool Curricula, Lesson Plans (Individual)

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American Government Final Project option
American Government Final Project option
Final project for American Government that focuses on the interpretation of political cartoons. This is best suited for an individual not group fin...
By Mr. L
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 3 Weeks
Type: Activities, Projects

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Government Game - Chapter 5 Vocabulary - Bill Burton
Government Game - Chapter 5 Vocabulary - Bill Burton
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...
By Bill Burton
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
Type: Activboard Activities, Activities, Games

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History on Parade: a way to teach students to research
History on Parade: a way to teach students to research
This project is designed to help students research a famous history event. It allows students to choose a topic and then research the topic while ...
By Melissa Weller
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Subject: Reading Strategies, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Duration: 3 Weeks
Type: Printables, Projects, Research

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Legislative Branch Powerpoint
Legislative Branch Powerpoint
Powerpoint explaining the function of the legislative branch on the national level. ...
By Kayla Brownell
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 40 Minutes
Type: Lectures, Power Point Presentations, Scaffolded Notes

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Elections and Campaigns
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Elections and Campaigns
This 16 page lecture focuses on the primaries and caucuses, campaign finance reform, the candidates use of the media, and the comparison between co...
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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Government and the State PPT
Government and the State PPT
This is a 14-slide PPT that provides a good introduction to a government or civics class. I would use this presentation for getting down to the bu...
By Elizabeth Stephens
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Government, Political Science Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: N/A
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Illustrated Timeline of the U.S. Constitution
Illustrated Timeline of the U.S. Constitution
This 22 page timeline includes all of the major events/documents leading up to the writing and ratifying of the United States Constitution. It is ...
By Catherine Jaime
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Subject: U.S. History, Government, Civics Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Current Event Political Cartoon Summary / Analysis Sheet and rubric
Current Event Political Cartoon Summary / Analysis Sheet and rubric
This is a summary and analysis sheet for a political cartoon. This sheet will help students connct political cartoons to current events. There ar...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Fun Bill of Rights CD Cover Project Activity
Fun Bill of Rights CD Cover Project Activity
This project is creative and fun. Students create a CD cover and songs titles for each of the first 10 ammendments. They also re-write a popular or...
By Tony Pavlovich Instructomania
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Subject: Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Articles of Confederation: Sucesses and Failures PowerPoint
Articles of Confederation: Sucesses and Failures PowerPoint
This 26-slide presentation focuses on the Northwest Ordinance and on Shays' Rebellion. Each slide contains photos and/or clip art to hold the atte...
By Janet Hall
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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2103-6 Limits on the Three Branches of the U.S. Government
2103-6 Limits on the Three Branches of the U.S. Government
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will be able to explain how the Constitution limits the powers of people and branches in ...
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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2104-7 Executive Appointments - The Executive Branch
2104-7 Executive Appointments - The Executive Branch
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will consider factors that the U.S. President considers when making appointments. Lesson...
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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Branches of Government Activity
Branches of Government Activity
Studying the branches of government? Maybe you are looking for something fun to do on President's day...... This is an activity where student...
By Elementary Lesson Plans
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Subject: President's Day, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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United States History Timeline - Group Activity
United States History Timeline - Group Activity
This is an excellent group activity to start off the year teaching United States History! Students work in groups to create a small poster of an i...
By Monica Lukins
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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Presidents Activity Pages
Presidents Activity Pages
This 7 page download includes 5 pages of activities and 2 answer keys. These include: Word Search, Alphabetical Order, Acrostic Poetry and 2 pages ...
By L Ackert
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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New Year Resolutions Mine, My Town, My Country, the World
New Year Resolutions Mine, My Town, My Country, the World
Have your students think "out of the box" as they think about New Year resolutions for themselves, their towns and cities, their country and the wo...
By Ruth S.
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Subject: The New Year, Winter, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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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
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Canadian Govt System
Canadian Govt System
Slide show detailing the Parliamentary system of government using the Canadian system as an example. 11 slides. Inlcudes desriptions of parliament,...
By Ninja Teacher
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Subject: Elections - Voting, Canadian History, Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 50 Minutes
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Public Opinion
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-Public Opinion
This lecture focuses on public opinion polls, their methodology (sample size, random surveys), political socialization, and political ideology (con...
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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2101-12 The Electoral College
2101-12 The Electoral College
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students will examine the debate and controversy surrounding the Electoral College. Lesson warm u...
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
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Current Events Summary and Presentation, with grading rubric
Current Events Summary and Presentation, with grading rubric
Students will research a current event and prepare a summary and class discussion. This is designed to promote higher level thinking and class par...
By Jenn
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Subject: Civics, Elections - Voting, Government Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Maps PowerPoint
Maps PowerPoint
This power point teaches parts of a Map and has many examples which are excellent for class discussions. ...
By Rebecca Murdock
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Subject: Social Studies - History, Government Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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Canadian Political Party Lesson with MI indicators
Canadian Political Party Lesson with MI indicators
This power point presentation teaches students about one aspect of the Canadian government. It is a great resource to teach Canadian children abou...
By Teacher Savvy
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Subject: Government, Oral Communication, Critical Thinking Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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Inauguration Website Worksheet
Inauguration Website Worksheet
The use of technology is a great way to get kids reading and writing. Use this reading center worksheet to help engage students in learning about ...
By Amanda Wilson
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Subject: Government, Reading, U.S. History Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th Duration: N/A
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American Government Final Examination: Column Format
American Government Final Examination: Column Format
This file contains a final examination for American Government. The exam includes multiple choice and essay questions. The multiple choice questio...
By John Marshall Carter
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Subject: Government Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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The New Republic - George Washington's Presidency
The New Republic - George Washington's Presidency
This powerpoint covers the Presidency of George Washington and the early debates of the New Republic. In the powerpoint are Washington's cabinet, t...
By Mrs. Pearl
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Subject: Government, Social Studies - History, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education Duration: 1 hour
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Government: The Presidency
Government: The Presidency
This is 125 slides on the Presidency from chapters13-15 in MAGRUDER's Government. It includes song clips, movie one-liners and animation. Includes ...
By Ken Norman
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Subject: Government Level(s): 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 1 Week
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WASHINGTON/LINCOLN DEBATE
WASHINGTON/LINCOLN DEBATE
Have students use this Venn diagram to have your students compare and contrast these two great presidents: Washington and Lincoln. Some research ...
By B.rogers
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Subject: U.S. History, Government Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 90 Minutes
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Events Leading to the American Revolution
Events Leading to the American Revolution
Presentation tracks the events which led to the outbreak of the American Revolution. It begins with the British Proclamation of 1763 and follows th...
By Chris Jonasson
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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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Boston Legal Congressman Raymond Jacobs Gun Control
Boston Legal Congressman Raymond Jacobs Gun Control
Should a member of the House of Representatives vote for a bill opposed by the National Rifle Association and yet take campaign contributions from ...
By Interactive Education
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Subject: Government, Civics, Gifted and Talented Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: 1 hour
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Exceptions for the Warrant Rule, 4th Amendment Worksheet
Exceptions for the Warrant Rule, 4th Amendment Worksheet
Students come up with scenarios to go along with the 8 exceptions to the warrant rule such as Search After Legal Arrest. "John is arrested while t...
By Mrs. Miller
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Subject: Civics, Government, U.S. History Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 40 Minutes
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Jeopardy Law Game Bill of Rights, Amendments to U.S. Constitution
Jeopardy Law Game Bill of Rights, Amendments to U.S. Constitution
amendments, bill of rights, constitution, jeopardy game One of my most popular law products! Jeopardy Game about the protections under the Bill of...
By Carol Irvin
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Subject: Government, Political Science, Social Studies - History Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Staff Duration: N/A
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How to Talk to a Military Recruiter
How to Talk to a Military Recruiter
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, School Counselor Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education Duration: N/A
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