Civics Rocks

Students fill in the graphic organizer as they watch Disney's Hercules. Students identify characters from the movie and answer questions specific to each character. Students will need some background knowledge in Greek and Roman Mythology. This lesson is best used as a follow up or end of unit activity. Answer key not provided.

Note packet and accompanying Power Point with all objectives for SOL 2: Five Fundamental Principles (CE.2a), Significant Documents (CE.2b), the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (CE.2c), and Amending the U.S. and Virginia Constitutions (CE.2d) The note packet includes a front page with SOL 2 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and completed notes to use with SPED/ELL or as a supplement for all students. Note pages can be used for independent student work or fi

All of the Virginia Civics and Economics standards CE.13a-f notes and Powerpoint presentation all in one place! Note packet with all objectives for SOL 13: Marketplace Competition (CE.13a), Public Goods & Services (CE.13b), Tax Revenue (CE.13c), The Federal Reserve (CE.13d), Consumer and Property Rights (CE.13e), and Creating Currency (CE.13f) This note packet includes a front page with SOL 13 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and completed notes to use w

Note page outlining structure and powers to the Virginia government. Students can take notes while following the Virginia State Government power point or fill in on their own. Aligns with Virginia Standard CE.7a

All of the Virginia Civics and Economics standards CE.12a-f notes and PowerPoint presentation all in one place! Note packet with all objectives for SOL 12: United States Economy (CE.12a), Supply and Demand (CE.12b), Business Organizations (CE.12c), Circular Flow of the Economy (CE.12d), Private Financial Institutions (CE.12e), and Technology and Global Trade (CE.12f) This note packet includes a front page with SOL 12 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and com

This power point can be used alone to teach the powers and structures of the Virginia State government or can be used with Virginia State government note pages. Aligns with Virginia standard CE.7a

All of the Virginia Civics and Economics standards CE.11a and 11b notes and Powerpoint presentation all in one place!Note packet with all objectives for SOL 11: Economic Concepts (CE.11a) and Economic Systems (CE.11b) This note packet includes a front page with SOL 11 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and completed notes to use with SPED/ELL or as a supplement for all students. Note pages can be used for independent student work or filled in while listening

An entire unit of notes and PowerPoint presentations!Virginia SOL Standards CE.3a-3eNote packet and PowerPoint with all objectives for Virginia SOL 3: Citizenship (CE.3a), First Amendment Freedoms (CE.3b), Duties of a U.S. Citizen (CE.3c), Responsibilities of a U.S. Citizen (CE.3d), and Civic Participation (CE.3e) The note packet includes a front page with SOL 3 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and completed notes to use with SPED/ELL or as a supplement for

Webquest includes 14 questions about the United States Constitution and 6 documents that influenced its creation; the Magna Carta, the Charters of the Virginia Company of London, the Virginia Declaration of Rights, the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, the Declaration of Independence, and the Articles of Confederation. Students can use the URL's printed on the 1st page or the QR codes provided to explore the websites and find information to answer the questions. This webquest aligns wi

Students analyze political cartoons to identify and explain one of the five fundamental political principles (consent of the governed, democracy, representative government, rule of law, and limited government) Quick and easy activity for assessment, warm up or fast finishers. Aligns with Virginia standard CE.2a

Note page outlining the circular flow of the economy. Students write directly on the circular flow chart to track money, goods, and service as they flow between businesses, individuals, and the government. Students can take notes while following the Circular Flow power point or fill in on their own. Aligns with Virginia Standard CE.12b

Webquest includes 17 questions about the Political Process in the United States. Topics and sites include history of political parties, history of the two major parties, functions of political parties, definitions, third parties, and the electoral college. Students can use the URL's provided to explore the websites and find information to answer the questions. This webquest aligns Virginia Civics and Economics standards CE.5a-g

An entire unit of notes and PowerPoint presentations!Virginia SOL Standards CE.5a-5fNote Packet and PowerPoint Presentation with all objectives for Virginia SOL 5: Functions of Political Parties (CE.5a), Similarities and Differences of Political Parties (CE.5b), Analyzing Political Campaigns (CE.5c), Role of Campaign Costs (CE.5d), Voter Registration and Participation (CE.5e), and the Electoral College (CE.5f). The note packet includes a front page with SOL 5 learning targets/ “I can” statements

All of Virginia Civics standards 6a-6d notes and PowerPoint presentation in one place! Note packet and accompanying Power Point with all objectives for SOL 6: Structure and Powers of the National Government (CE.6a), Separation of Powers and Checks & Balances (CE.6b), National Lawmaking (CE.6c), and Roles and Powers of the Executive Branch (CE.6d). The note packet includes a front page with SOL 6 learning targets/ “I can” statements, clozed notes (fill in the blank) and completed notes to use w

Quiz assessing students know about citizenship in the United States and the naturalization process. Questions 1-6 are fill in the blank. Questions 7-12 require students to read a scenario and determine if the person is a citizen by birth, by naturalization, or not eligible for naturalization. If they are not eligible, students use the blank space to explain what the person in the scenario will need to do to qualify for the naturalization process. Aligns with Virginia Civics and Economics stan

Webquest covering John Adams Presidency including the XYZ Affair and the Alien and Sedition Acts. Great to use as an introduction to a new unit, throughout the unit, or as a supplemental activity. Key is provided.

Matching and multiple choice quiz assessing students knowledge on the five fundamental principles of the United States government: democracy, consent of the governed, representative government, rule of law, and limited government. 5 matching and 10 multiple choice Aligns with Virginia Civics and Economics standard CE.2a

Virginia Civics and Economics objectives in a colorful review packet. All objective 2-14 are condensed into 14 pages. The last page is a snapshot of Constitutional amendments with text from the U.S. Constitution and details the students need to know. Each objective is highlighted for students to easily find. Aligns with 2015 Virginia standards.

Lead Up to Civil War Webquest covers the Missouri Compromise and Kansas-Nebraska Act. Great to use as an introduction to a new unit, throughout the unit, or as a supplemental activity. Key is provided.

Webquest covering Industrialization and Reform in the United States throughout the 1800’s. Great to use as an introduction to a new unit, throughout the unit, or as a supplemental activity. Key is provided.