Lesson Plan

My First Presidential Election

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This My First Presidential Election lesson plan also includes:

Register, establish a platform, make campaign speeches, and design campaign advertisements with a study of presidential elections. Young citizens engage in various activities that mimic the election process.

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Classroom Considerations
  • Though designed for the 2012 election, many of the activities could be modified for other elections
Pros
  • The 15-page packet includes an election glossary, a ballot, a word search activity, a fill-in-the-blanks story, and a sample voter registration card
  • A good foundational lesson for learners who are new to the election process
Cons
  • None