Curated OER
The White Line - A One Act Play
Students discuss amendments of the Constitution that cover due process and discuss them in relation to the play "The White Line". They determine how national security measures conflict with the issues of due process during wartime. They...
Curated OER
The New Statesman (1987-1992)
Young scholars study the work of the House of Commons and consider the importance of debate in the legislative process. They consider why politics is a popular subject for television sitcom and other formats. They explore the four main...
Curated OER
American Presidents and Race Relations
Students discuss the policies of race relations of five presidents. They analyze primary documents to comprehend the various views and actions of five Presidents in regards to race relations. Students evaluate the influence of...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Blogging, Civic Engagement and the Dream Act
This multi-task lesson asks learners to look at the DREAM Act in the context of immigration reform and also to reflect on blogging as civic engagement.
PBS
Pbs: Frontline: Protecting the Environment Through Civic Activism
An activity engaging students in thinking about how they can fulfill their civic duties in their communities. Present a video and class discussion emphasizing the importance of community engagement.
Other
Charity Navigator
Charity Navigator rates U.S.-based nonprofits and charities on a variety of effectiveness scales so that givers can make informed decisions about how their charitable contributions are spent. Find useful insights for analyzing the role...
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: Project Citizen
This project is intended to help students learn how to express their opinions, and how to decide which level of government and which agency is most appropriate for dealing with a problem they identify. They then gather relevant...
iCivics
I Civics: Citizenship & Participation
Students will learn what it means to be a U.S. citizen, how citizenship is obtained, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and community engagement.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Global Oneness Project: Sports for Social Change
In this lesson, students explore how participation in team sports can help empower youth in other areas of their lives. Students identify principles of how young people learn and discuss the ties between sports, civic engagement, and...
iCivics
I Civics: Games: Argument Wars
Games in which players act as lawyers arguing head to head before a judge about real Supreme Court cases.
PBS
Pbs: Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life: Ben's Town
Learn lessons in civic responsibility from Benjamin Franklin, whose practical solutions to the problems of city living set the standard for civic engagement in the eighteenth century and today. Read about Franklin's support for public...
iCivics
I Civics: Students Power Elections
This guide will help kids learn about voting and elections independently and find ways to engage if they are not eligible to vote.
Daily Teaching Tools
Daily Teaching Tools: I Civics Attributes
This Daily Teaching Tools resource explains the attributes associated with the free educational game designed by Sandra Day O'Connor, iCivics. Teachers can use this resource to assess understanding of the American government and...
PBS
Pbs: Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life: Citizen Ben
Read a five-part essay on Franklin's sense of civic duty and learn why he is still, to this day, considered a role model of good citizenship.
Other
Philanthropy Uk: Resources
Find resources compiled and made available by Philanthropy UK, a leader in sharing knowledge and best practices about charitable giving. Resources include a directory of charities, a giving glossary, trends in giving, specifics about...
iCivics
I Civics: The Poll Picture (Infographic)
Use this infographic to show the process of surveying from pollster to prediction. Students will engage with the concept of sampling and gain a better understanding of the purpose of public opinion polls.
iCivics
I Civics: Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)
This mini-lesson covers the basics of the Supreme Court's decision that extended First Amendment protections to young scholars in the classroom. Students learn about the concept of symbolic speech and how young scholars gained the right...
Utah Education Network
Uen: Exploring Balance
During this lesson, students will engage in many activities that require them to use their balance.
PBS
Now With Bill Moyers: Voting
A instructional activity for examining governmental influences in everyday life. Students analyze a report focusing on a democracy reform effort and predict the impact of suggested reforms. They then strategize on ways to overcome a...
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Active Citizenship: Civil Rights Work of Bob Moses (Lesson Plan)
A lesson that compares and contrasts Bob Moses's fight for civil rights in the 1960s with his continuing efforts to gain educational opportunities for the poor and for minorities. The lesson includes instructions for directing young...
Other
Volunteer Match
This database allows you to search for a volunteer opportunity either by location or by the type of activity that interests you.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Analyzing Gubernatorial Debates: The 2010 Election
This technology-based lesson encourages active engagement in the state electoral process. Students collaborate on a wiki designed to aid in analyzing candidates' responses in a gubernatorial debate. Pre-debate and post-debate activties...