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Unit Plan
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Democracy in America: Citizenship: Making Government Work

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This unit on citizenship introduces the question "What is government?" from a philosophical perspective, and delves into the meaning of government, how it works, etc. through a Video on Demand, assignments, and critical thinking and more.
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Saint Pierre and Miquelon

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Saint Peirre. The content covers the French territory's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational...
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Website
US Department of Education

Ed.gov: u.s Department of Education

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage for the U.S. Department of Education. Includes a profile of department services, news and press releases, research and statistics, and a guide to funding opportunities and financial assistance.
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Lesson Plan
Teachnology

Teachnology: Social Studies Lesson Plans

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Great lesson plans covering a wide-range of history-related subjects. A wonderful resource for wonderful teachers!
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Website
Constitutional Rights Foundation

Constitutional Rights Foundation: Religious Rights in Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
What happens when rights conflict? Explore sample conflicts: Free press vs. fair trial, religious rights in conflict, and Singapore: model society or city of fear? Great learning activities and lesson plans for teachers and students.
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Website
The World Bank

World Bank Group: Guatemala

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives information about the economy of the Central American country of Guatemala. It also discusses development and World Bank projects there.
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Activity
Other

Congress.org

For Students 9th - 10th
At Congress.org, you can read about legislation being debated by Congress, research recent votes, identify your representatives, send an e-mail to your lawmakers and encourage other voters to join your cause. It is published by CQ Roll...
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Website
Other

United States Postal Service

For Students 9th - 10th
As an independent agency of the government, the United States Postal Service homepage offers information on zip codes, address change, stamps, online billing, and variety of other topics.
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Article
US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Sierra Leone

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Sierra Leone. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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Website
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise

Jewish Virtual Library: The Israeli Government Function

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about the structure and activities of the Israeli government, as well as links to the basic laws which make up the Israeli constitution.
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Website
Other

State of Ohio Official Site

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the Ohio state government's official website. Find information ranging from state government and its officials to arts and travel.
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Website
Oregon Secretary of State

Oregon State Archives

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes recent archives, news including government information, and the Oregon blue book.
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Website
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: The Secretary of State

For Students 9th - 10th
The archived site for the US State Department with information prior to 2001. Gives student information on policy, services, global issues, the Department itself, outreach and regions.
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Website
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: Government

For Students 3rd - 8th
Explore both the national and prefectural governments of Japan and learn the responsibilities of each in this article from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Website
Other

First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A launching point for information about the U.S. government and its resources. One can search FirstGov by keyword or phrase, by browsing a topics list, or by selecting a federal branch (executive, legislative, or judicial). State and...
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Article
US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Bolivia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Bolivia. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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Handout
University College London

University College London: Internet Resources on Poland

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete look at the country of Poland from the School of Slavonic and East European Studies. There are links to government officials information, elections, news, and culture. An excellent resource for your research on Poland.
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Interactive
US Mint

United States Mint: Branches of Power

For Students 3rd - 8th
Save the federal government from Oppressor Sam, and learn about the US Constitution to restore the three branches of government.
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Activity
Other

Independent Agencies and Government Corporations

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of independent agencies and Government Corporations with links to their sites.
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Activity
Other

Federal Executive Departments

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete list of the executive departments and their branches. Clicking on the name of the department will take you to that home page.
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Article
Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: Relationship of State and National Legal Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
This lengthy essay describes the balance between state and federal judiciary courts and touches on independence, integration, power limits and immunities.
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Website
Other

General Anzeiger Online (Bonn)

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about regional news, sports, culture, economy, education, weather, etc.
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Website
Other

Gobierno Del Estado De Yucatan

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site of the local government of the state of Yucatan.
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Unit Plan
Thinkport Education

Thinkport: Write Now: The Electoral College

For Students 9th - 10th
A module to learn and explore the electoral process.