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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Is an American?

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore different backgrounds of Americans.  In this activity, students discuss how people in the United States may come from a different background, yet have similar values and beliefs.  After the class discussion, several...
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Activity
Scholastic

Scholastic: What Is the Definition of Citizenship?

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief, easy to read definition of citizenship, with links to closely related subjects like how to become a citizen, the definition of naturalization, the Constitution on citizenship, and the history of citizenship in the United States.
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Website
Other

Us Citizenship: u.s. Immigration Made Easy

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives up-to-date information on immigration. Guides you through the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen, allows you to take a practice test, find out the cost, and even file your application online.
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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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Handout
This Nation

This nation.com: Citizens in the American Political System

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains information on becoming a U.S. citizen and how citizens can participate in the government.