Percent Increase and Decrease Quiz

This lesson introduces students to the United Nations, its structure, functions, and impact on global affairs. Learning Activities Include:Warm UpStudents will take a quiz to assess their prior knowledge of the United Nations. This activity will introduce the UN's global presence and spark curiosity about its role and evolution over 80 years.Presentation: The United NationsStudents will be guided through a teacher-led presentation outlining the UN’s history, key organs, and functions. Video: 80t

11th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Unit: The United Nations and Global Governance

Palestine's Bid for Full United Nations Membership

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This lesson explores Palestine’s most recent bid for full United Nations membership, examining the legal and political requirements for state recognition and the barriers that continue to prevent Palestinian statehood. Learning Activities Include:Warm UpStudents will take a quiz to review how a nation gains full membership at the UN, reinforcing knowledge about the roles of the Security Council and General Assembly, voting requirements, and the impact of the veto power.Presentation: Palestine’s

11th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Unit: Sovereignty in a Globalized World

AP Gov Unit II Congress Reading Guide | Discussion | Activity Guide | Practice

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This comprehensive reading guide is perfect for guiding students through standards 2.1-2.3: Congress! This guide is compatible with AMSCO AP Government & Politics, the College Board videos, and my full length notes, but can be used with any AP aligned text book. This 11 page guide can be printed or uploaded to Google Classroom. Teacher Tip: I hand out each packet at the beginning of the unit and assign each standard before I teach it as an introduction to the topic. I grade for completion, b

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: AP Government Civics Congress Bundle Worksheets Notes Activities Review

The U.S. Veto and the Gaza Crisis: A Case Study

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This lesson investigates how the U.S. use of its veto power in the UN Security Council has impacted Gaza since October 2023, situating it as a case study that reinforces the core arguments of Oxfam’s Vetoing Humanity report (explored in the previous lesson). Learning Activities Include:Warm UpStudents will review key claims from Oxfam’s Vetoing Humanity report through a multiple-choice quiz to activate prior knowledge and establish the lesson’s focus on U.S. vetoes and Gaza. This activity will g

11th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Unit: The United Nations and Global Governance

AP Gov Federalist Anti- Federalist Worksheet | Activity | Lesson | Quiz

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Deepen your students’ understanding of the Federalist and Anti-Federalist debates with this engaging reading and analysis activity. Perfect for required document practice in AP Government, this resource includes carefully selected excerpts from Federalist #10, Brutus #1, and Federalist #51, guiding students through the core arguments that shaped the U.S. Constitution. Ideal for stations, group work, independent practice, or a substitute plan, this low-prep resource is easily adaptable t

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Social Studies

Also included in: AP Gov Foundations Bundle Standards 1.1-1.6 | Unit Plan | Activities | Lessons

AP Gov: Marbury v. Madison & Federalist #78 Standard 2.8 Worksheet | Activity

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Help your students master AP Gov Standard 2.8 with this engaging and versatile worksheet focused on two foundational pieces: Marbury v. Madison and Federalist No. 78. This 4 page activity blends short answer questions, graphic organizers, and multiple choice practice to help students connect the concepts of judicial review, the role of the judiciary, and the constitutional foundations of judicial power. What's To Love?This resource is structured to provide multiple access points for a

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: AP Gov: Required Documents Activity Bundle | Worksheets & Review | AP Practice

Did Reagan End the Cold War? Primary Sources, Debate & SAQ | APUSH No Prep

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Montgomerystudies

Challenge your APUSH and U.S. History students to move beyond memorization and into genuine historical argumentation with this fully rebuilt Cold War debate unit. Students analyze six real, cited primary sources, interpret Soviet economic data, and take a defensible position on one of the most contested questions in modern American history — all scaffolded for AP-level success. ⭐ WHAT'S INCLUDED (20+ pages, 6 Evidence Stations + Writing Tasks): ✔ Warm-up comparison activity — students categorize

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, U.S. History

Also included in: Cold War Unit Bundle: Causes, Conflicts & Global Impact (14 FULL Lessons)

AP US Government debate - Federalism and recreational marijuana

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TimeLens Teaching

Engage your students with a dynamic and comprehensive debate on a highly relevant and contested topic: the tension between state and federal authority over marijuana legalization. This complete teaching packet is designed for an AP U.S. Government and Politics class nearing the end of its unit on federalism. It provides all the materials you need to facilitate a lively, student-led debate that reinforces core concepts like the necessary and proper clause, the commerce clause, the supremacy claus

9th - 12th

Civics, Government

AP U.S. Government Sub Plan – Topic 2.15 Policy and the Branches of Government

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This no-prep sub plan aligns directly with Topic 2.15: Policy and the Branches of Government in AP U.S. Government and Politics. Students will explore how policymaking is shaped by the separation of powers and checks and balances among Congress, the president, and the courts. The lesson highlights how each branch influences policy, oversees the bureaucracy, and provides access points for stakeholders, while also addressing how these checks can slow the policymaking process. What’s Included: C

9th - 12th

Civics, Government

Also included in: AP U.S. Government Sub Plan Bundle – Unit 2: Interactions Among the Branches

The Lost Cause & Confederate Monuments: Richmond, VA Case Study

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APUSHin On

Warm-Up Reading • Primary Source Stations • Student Worksheet • Debrief • Claim-Evidence-Reason Writing TaskBring powerful historical thinking into your U.S. History or Dual Enrollment classroom with this complete, ready-to-use lesson exploring Confederate monuments, the Lost Cause, and public memory through an engaging case study of Richmond, Virginia. This resource helps students understand why Confederate monuments were built, when they appeared, and what messages they were designed to c

9th - 12th, Higher Education

Civics, Government, U.S. History

AP Gov: President Introduction Activity | Stations | Interactive | Review 2.4

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Not sure where to begin with the roles, powers, and qualifications of the president? This interactive discussion activity is the perfect way to introduce the executive branch in your AP U.S. Government & Politics class. With four engaging tasks built into a student centered format, this resource gets students thinking critically about the presidency, while aligning with College Board Standards 2.4–2.7. Great for launching Unit II: The Presidency!What's To Love?This resource is designed t

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Social Studies

Also included in: AP Government Civics President & Executive Branch Bundle Unit Plan Activities

AP U.S. Government Sub Plan – Topic 3.4 First Amendment: Freedom of the Press

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This AP U.S. Government Sub Plan is a Print and Go, No Prep, No Tech, Ready to Use One-Day Lesson designed for AP Gov, High School Government, and Civics classrooms. It works perfectly as a Sub Plan, Emergency Lesson, or independent U.S. Government Lesson, making it a reliable Classroom Ready resource for any teaching day. Students explore the First Amendment protection of Freedom of the Press, including the concept of prior restraint, limits on government censorship, and the role

9th - 12th

Civics, Government

AP Gov: 1.7 Types of Federalism Webquest | Activity | Discussion | Worksheet

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The AP Gov: 1.7 Types of Federalism Webquest is an engaging worksheet and practice designed to help students explore different types of federalism, required court cases, and fiscal federalism. This 7 page webquest combines case studies, graph practice, and critical thinking questions, making it perfect for class discussions, independent work, or group activities. With an included answer key, it’s also a strong option for review sessions or sub plans. What's To Love?Federalism can be a cha

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: AP Gov Federalism Bundle Standards 1.7-1.9| Unit Plan | Activities | Lessons

DBQ: American Revolution Causes | High School History Document Essay Activity

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Buckeye Social Studies

The Road to Revolution DBQ: From Colonies to Combat! Ditch the dusty textbooks and engage your students with this comprehensive and exciting Document-Based Question (DBQ) essay assignment on the causes of the American Revolution! This resource provides everything you need to transform a complex topic into an active, hands-on learning experience that challenges students to think like historians. This DBQ goes beyond simple facts, pushing students to analyze a diverse set of primary source materia

9th - 12th, Higher Education

Civics, Government, U.S. History

Also included in: Government DBQs! | High School Civics Document Based Questions & Writing

AP U.S. Government Sub Plan– Topic 5.10: Modern Campaigns

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Looking for a no-prep sub plan that keeps your AP Government students engaged and aligned with the College Board curriculum? This complete lesson on Topic 5.10: Modern Political Campaigns explores the evolving role of consultants, fundraising, social media, and campaign strategy in today's elections. Perfect for independent work or sub days, this printable packet helps students build deep understanding of how modern campaigns shape the democratic process. ✅ Included in This Resource: Engaging

9th - 12th

Civics, Government

Reimagining the UN at 80: A Role Play on Global Governance for a New Era

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This lesson uses the occasion of the United Nations’ 80th anniversary to explore the UN’s past successes and failures, current relevance, and contested future. Through a structured role play activity, students will embody UN officials, world leaders, and civil society experts to debate the organization’s effectiveness, legitimacy, and prospects for reform—especially with regard to the Security Council and representation of the Global South. Learning Activities Include:Background ReadingStudent

11th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Unit: The United Nations and Global Governance

Trump The Realist

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This lesson examines Donald Trump’s foreign policy through the lens of realism, a theory of international relations that emphasizes national interest, power, and strategic self-reliance. Through discussions, a presentation, a video, and readings, students will explore how Trump’s actions reflect a realist worldview and how his presidency signals a shift away from liberal internationalism. Learning Activities include:Warm Up Students will discuss their views on U.S. foreign policy priorities and

11th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Civics, Government, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Unit - Realism: Power in an Anarchic World

AP Government Federalism Introduction Activity 1.1-17 | Stations | Interactive

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Not sure where to start with teaching Federalism? This engaging, no prep activity introduces students to the core principles of federalism while promoting collaboration and critical thinking. Perfect for AP U.S. Government and Politics, this interactive lesson helps students explore how the U.S. federal and state governments cooperate, compete, and compromise in shaping public policy. What's To Love?This student centered activity brings abstract concepts to life through an inquiry based ap

9th - 12th

Civics, Government, Social Studies

Also included in: AP Gov Federalism Bundle Standards 1.7-1.9| Unit Plan | Activities | Lessons

The Real Story of Rosa Parks DBQ Primary Source Analysis Lesson

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Montgomerystudies

Most students know the story of Rosa Parks. Almost none of them know the real one. This full-length primary source lesson is built for 9th and 10th graders who are ready to go beyond the textbook. It takes the most oversimplified story in American history — a tired seamstress who sat down and started a movement — and replaces it with the documented record: Rosa Parks as a fourteen-year NAACP veteran, Jo Ann Robinson printing 52,500 boycott flyers in a single night, E.D. Nixon selecting Parks as

9th - 12th

Black History, Civics, Government

Also included in: Civil Rights Bundle Primary Sources DBQ Rhetoric Media Literacy

AP U.S. Government Review | Foundational Documents Cram Activity

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