When Congress can’t agree on a budget, the government shuts down—but what does that really mean for everyday Americans? In this one-day mini unit, teens explore how funding battles in Washington affect workers, the economy, and the balance of power in our democracy. From the 1980s to the present, they’ll trace the evolution of shutdowns, examine real-world consequences, and wrestle with critical questions about checks and balances, power, and accountability. Inside this Mini Unit:Engaging, sourc