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abcteach

Abcteach: Character Education

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] Generate writing prompts, certificates, booklet covers, and more from this wonderful resource when integrating character education themes into a social studies unit.
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Interactive
iCivics

I Civics: Games: Cast Your Vote

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource is an interactive educational game that places the players in control of all three branches of government to test their abilities to turn issues of concern into full-fledged laws. In the debate, choose the questions to help...
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Interactive
iCivics

I Civics: Win the White House

For Students 9th - 10th
In this virtual simulation game, student will run their own Presidential campaign. Students will raise compaign funds, poll voters, launch media campaigns, making personal appearances, and monitor electoral medeals
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Handout
Other

Immigration Law Portal: Immigration Forms

For Students 9th - 10th
This section of the immigration law publisher's site offers downloadable copies of immigration forms, some of which are fillable pdf and some of which are available in different languages. While the site offers no discussion of the...
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Activity
Other

100 Questions & Answers for Us Citizenship Exam (English/haitian Creole) [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Practice questions, in English and in Haitian Creole, on U.S. history and government for the U.S. Citizenship Exam. Includes answers.
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Website
Other

Time for Teens

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information on crime, drugs, and other issues that affect youth. Also includes a section on the importance of being a good citizen and assorted games and tests (science, sports). Would be of best use for research on...
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: How Do Citizens Make Government Work?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This five-session unit will provide hands-on opportunities for students to explore local, state and national governments. In the process, students will use technology and print media to learn about the leaders of each level of government...
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship: Becoming a u.s. Citizen

For Students 3rd - 5th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. Links to related sites are available.
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Applying for Citizenship: The Application

For Students 9th - 10th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the application step of becoming a U.S. Citizen. Links to related sites are available.
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Website
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship

For Students 9th - 10th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief overview of U.S. citizenship. Links to related sites are available.
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Lesson Plan:immigration 2004

For Teachers 9th - 10th
PBS presents a lesson plan for teachers to use to educate students on immigration to the United States which is a major issue in the election of 2004. Students can take a practice citizenship test to see if they can pass.
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Website
Other

Texas Civil Rights Project: Need Help

For Students 9th - 10th
Find help and advice on civil rights issues occurring in the state of Texas. A great resource for citizens who want to self-advocate.
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Website
Other

Supporting Federal Candidates: A Guide for Citizens

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out how to take an active part in the election process as a citizen of the U.S.
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Website
Other

Civic Literacy

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating site how everyone can be an effective citizen of the United States. Lesson plans, links, and resources for both students and teachers are available.
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Website
Other

Florida Doe: Adult Education Curriculum Framework

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the Florida Department of Education Career and Technical Curriculum Standards for Adult learners. The curriculum includes files avialable n PDF or Word format on topics such as: Adult Basic Education, English for Limited English...
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Study Guide
Ohio Test Prep

Ohio Test Prep: Module 6: Government and Citizenship

For Students 9th - 10th
Learning module prepares students for Ohio state Social Studies test on Government and Citizenship by teaching them about civic participation in community, state or nation for the common good. Includes video tutorial, interactive review...
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Other

Civics Education Initiative: 100 Facts Every High School Student Should Know

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your citizenship knowledge by answering these forty questions from the United States Naturalization Test. Then click on the provided link to see all one hundred questions and answers about American government from the 2016...
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Unit Plan
OpenStax

Open Stax: New Century, Old Disputes

For Students 9th - 10th
As the United States entered the twenty-first century, old disputes continued to rear their heads. Some revolved around what it meant to be American and the rights to full citizenship. Others arose from religious conservatism and the...
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Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Lesson Plan: Rules and Laws

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson that helps students understand what rules and laws are. Students discuss the books David Goes to School by David Shannon and Rules and Laws by Ann-Marie Kishel, perform skits demonstrating how to follow specific school rules, and...
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Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network

Uen: Lesson Plan: Why Do We Need Rules?

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson that helps students understand why rules are needed. Students discuss the story Know and Follow Rules by Cheri J. Meiners, compare the rules in the book to rules at home and at school, and develop a list of rules for the classroom.
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Handout
Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Aristotle's Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent introduction from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy to Aristotle's political theory. Describes his theory of constitutions and citizenship and includes a bibliography at bottom.
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Website
Other

Diversity Alliance for a Sustainable America

For Students 9th - 10th
This group seeks to stabilize the population growth in America by limiting immigration. They present their platform and possible solutions.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Who Is a Good Citizen at School?

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] This ReadWorks informational text explains how a student can be a good citizen at school. A question sheet with pictures is available to help young students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that discusses nine elements of digital citizenship, including Access, Commerce, Communication, Literacy, Etiquette, Law, Rights and Responsibilities, Health and Wellness, and Security.