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United States & Canada: How Are We The Same? How Are We Different?

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Pupils compare and contrast similarities and differences between Canada and the US.  In this geography lesson, students read various articles and identify similarities and differences in economies, cultures, geography, climate, and...
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Comparing Constitutions

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students compare and contrast plans for government. In this government systems lesson, students compare and contrast the U.S. Constitution to the constitutions of selected countries using the provided checklist as a guide. Students...
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United States Constitution Framers

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students view a PowerPoint presentation based on the framers of the Constitution. Students create notes on each of the delegates featured. Using their notes, they write a paragraph on the Constitutional Convention delegate they believe...
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Government: Texans in Politics and Civic Duties

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the influence of Texans in national politics. They interview adults about the importance of participating in civic affairs. Students create brochures with three true statements and one falsehood. They trade copies...
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How Congress Works

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students study the role of the U.S. Congress in American government as described in the Constitution. In this U.S. government activity, students watch an overhead about 'public criticisms' in the legislative process and complete a quiz....
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Why We Chose Our Constitution

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the American plan for government. In this American government lesson, students examine selected Internet websites regarding the Magna Carta, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution.
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Can We Live Without Government?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the role that the government plays in the lives of its citizens.
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The Role of Government

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to the economic roles of the federal government. Using the internet, they read information related to government spending and the actual dollar amounts attached to budget items. In groups, they develop their own...
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Play House

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students explore U.S. government by participating in a role playing activity. In this House of Representatives lesson plan, students discuss the first day of congress and the role the House plays in running the United States. Students...
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Writing
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Essay About a Quote by John Adams

For Students 6th - 7th
In this essay worksheet, students read the quote by John Adams, "A government of laws, and not of men." Students write an essay about what they think this means.
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The Articles of Confederation (1781-1789)

For Students 7th - 12th
In this online interactive government worksheet, students respond to 30 multiple choice questions about the Articles of Confederation. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Interactive
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Locke's Second Treatise on Civil Government

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about Locke's Second Treatise on Civil Government.
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A FREE MARKET WITH THE HELP OF GOVERNMENT

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers engage in a study that explains how laws and government have policies that affect the economy to run more smoothly. The focus is upon the historical development of the free market and how the government was involved....
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The Origins of American Government

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars create an advertising campaign to persuade the Founding Fathers to adopt a particular political philosophy. Working in groups, they conduct research about a certain political philosophy. Students create a pitch to be...
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Worksheet #47 Questions - United States Presidential Terms

For Students 8th - 9th
In this United States Presidential terms worksheet, students expand their knowledge on presidential duties and terms with ten fill in the blank questions.
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Government

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyze purposes of government, examine importance of citizenship to individuals and society at large, explain structure and functions of three branches of federal government, cite roles/duties, qualifications, and terms...
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Printables
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George Washington Story Starter

For Teachers 1st - 4th Standards
Imagine traveling back in time and having the opportunity to meet the very first president of the United States, what would you do? Challenge the imagination and creative writing skills of young learners with this fun writing prompt.
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Local Government

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research services and responsibilities of local government. They use cameras to take pictures of local government in action and create posters with them.
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The United States Flag

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Students investigate the history of the United States flag. For this civics lesson, students read handouts regarding the flag and its history. Students also read and discuss the Federal Flag Code.
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Worksheet
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Citizenship Worksheet 1 - The Rights and Responsibilities of a United States Citizen

For Students 8th - 9th
In this United States citizenship worksheet, students learns the qualifications for U.S. citizenship, the rights of that citizenship as well as the responsibilities therein.
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Exploring United States vs. Hirabayashi

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students research the case of Gordon Hirabayashi vs. the United States. They research the case by completing a timeline activity and review the charges against him. Students review the entire case and discuss it from the perspective of...
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4-H Citizenship Activity Page

For Students 7th - 10th
In order to understand how our government works, students need to delve into the intricacies at both the local and federal level. Using this 20 question activity learners explore how government affects their daily life.
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We the People

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers create a map illustrating the three branches of goverment. They identify the branches of government and the shared or exclusive powers of each. Students use mapping as a prewriting stategy. They discuss our national...
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Executive Branch of the U.S. Government

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders create a K-W-L chart of what they know about the executive branch of government. They access the Internet to research a specific level of government. They create a PowerPoint presentation with a minimum of eight slides.

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