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Want a change? Become an advocate. As part of a study of the responsibilities of good citizens, class members engage in a series of role plays that model how to lobby for change.
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Instructional Ideas
- Encourage groups to take political action on a cause important to members
Classroom Considerations
- Although designed for North Carolina classrooms, the activity may be easily adapted to any state
- A new version of the Youth Activists Toolkit is available, which differs from the one referenced in the lesson plan
Pros
- The activity begins with a review of audience expectations
- The 14-page packet includes complete directions for the activity, scripts and role cards for eight different scenarios, and debriefing suggestions
Cons
- None