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Elections - voting Common Core RH.6-8.4 resources
Women's Suffrage Activity From Seneca Falls to the 19th Amendment
In this Women's Suffrage and 19th amendment primary source-based resource on the Women's Suffrage Movement, students analyze the struggle for women's voting rights from the Seneca Falls Convention to the passage of the 19th Amendment. Students also learn the roles of several key figures, including Alice Paul, Susan B Anthony, Lucretia Mott, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and President Woodrow Wilson.This lesson is included in BOTH the Progressive Era (Gilded Age) Bundle and my Roaring '20s and 1930s B
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6th - 10th
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Susan B. Anthony Differentiated Reading Passages
In this Susan B. Anthony resource, there is a nonfiction reading passage based on general information about the life of Susan B. Anthony, women's suffrage, women's rights, and the 19th amendment. It is differentiated for your high, mid, and lower level students. Integrate social studies content with your reading texts and meet each reader's needs with this set. Add rigor to the lesson with three different types of questions. Perfect for a suffrage unit introduction or as a quick review.
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Famous Americans Differentiated Reading Biographies
Election of 1860 and Civil War Activity Student Matrix and Electoral College Map
In this Civil War and Election of 1860 activity, students complete a 4-person matrix and electoral map activity to understand the experience and views of Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Douglas, John Breckinridge, and John Bell in the Election of 1860. ☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Civil War activities unit bundle here!Students will also calculate the electoral votes of this Election (provided students already have an understanding of the Electoral College).
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5th - 8th
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Women's Suffrage The Women's Rights Movement Analyzing the Protests of the NWP
With this lesson, students learn the background leading up to the passage of the 19th amendment. They will visit two stations that discuss the major protest activities from the National Woman's Party, led by Alice Paul and Lucy Burns. They will analyze the methods of protest utilized by the NWP specifically the suffrage parade of 1913 and the silent sentinel protestors in front of the White House. This is a topic that is often overlooked, and that deserves more attention. This product matches th
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8th - 11th
Also included in: Woodrow Wilson and the Ideals 14 Points Inquiry Based Essay Assessment
Electoral College Lesson Plan
This Electoral College lesson is an awesome way to ensure your students understand the process of how the president is elected, along with famous examples of how it has impacted various elections in US History. The download includes a PowerPoint (and Google Slides option) overview all about the Electoral CollegeThe Constitutional backgroundHow the Electoral College worksWho the electors areIssues with the processQuotes from Alexander Hamilton and James Madison... and more! A guided notes workshe
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7th - 10th
Political Parties & History! Learn Origins & Evolution of Political Parties!
In this Political Party history activity, students learn the origins, history, and evolution of political parties in the United States to understand their impact on American History.Students are engaged with two parts with this political party and elections resource. Part one focuses on the origins of the first debate between political groups (Federalists and Anti-Federalists) and the fight over the United States Constitution. Part two focuses on the history of political parties through five d
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5th - 8th
Presidential Election Activities Unit Bundle | 7 Resources for Elections!
In this Presidential election, primary and caucuses, and electoral college bundle, you receive 7 election resources to teach the purpose of a primary and caucus, campaigns, political parties, and much more! Purchase this bundle for $20, instead of paying $25 for buying each resource separately!This bundle includes:✔ Constitution, Amendments, Electoral College Guided Notes & PowerPoint! Engaging!✔ How to Win an Election: Students Understand Election Trends and Swing States!✔ Electoral Colleg
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6th - 10th
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Presidential Election Process Texts & Activities: Electoral College, Primaries+
Presidential Election Process: Becoming the President Texts & ActivitiesThis civics unit teaches students the presidential election process, focusing on the Electoral College, Caucuses and Primaries, and Inauguration Day. Each text includes reading comprehension questions. The questions come in both PDF and Google Slides formats. Passages discussing the arguments for and against the Electoral College are included. Teachers can use them in various ways, including a persuasive essay or as a
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6th - 8th
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Primary or Caucus? Students learn difference between primary & caucus elections!
In this Primary and Caucus election student reading and activity, students learn the difference between a primary, a caucus, and the role of delegates in the election process. Students read a focused text on the differences between primaries and caucuses, then students answer a variety of analytical questions regarding each system's strengths and weaknesses. Very informative and engaging! A key is included!This election resource is included in the engaging and hands-on 7-lesson Election Bundle
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6th - 9th
Campaign Finance and Citizens United Lesson Plan Bundle
This lesson plan bundle on campaign finance is perfect for a unit on Elections in your Civics or American Government classroom! These resources are designed to be paired so that students understand how campaign finance works in American politics and then the impact the Citizens United Supreme Court Case had on money and elections. The PowerPoint lesson covers the main aspects of campaign finance laws and elections, including: The Federal Elections Commission (FEC)Campaign finance lawsHard money
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8th - 11th
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No Prep Presidents Day Information Passages | Digital Included
Presidents are essential leaders in the American nation. This 85-page packet contains no prep informational passages meant to teach students about the first five presidents of the United States.This packet includes the following:Reading Passages: With information about each president, from birth to death, each passage is chalked full of background information to support your historical learning. Additionally, fun facts at the end of each passage help you learn more about each former president.
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4th - 6th
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Election of 2000: Bush v. Gore PLUS examine other controversial elections!
In this engaging resource on the 2000 Presidential Election, students examine the United States at the end of the 20th century, the impeachment of Bill Clinton (for the Monica Lewinsky scandal), the presidential ticket for both the Democrat and Republican tickets (Gore and Lieberman vs. Bush and Chaney), the controversy over the results in Florida, the Supreme Court ruling in Bush v. Gore, and the inauguration of George W. Bush as the 43rd President of the United States. Students answer analysi
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7th - 10th
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United States Civics and Government BUNDLE of Interactive Activities and Lessons
Grab my complete U.S. Civics bundle now at a discounted rate! These low-to-no prep resources are perfect for 6th, 7th, 8th, and even 9th-grade classrooms! ***PLEASE SEE THE INDIVIDUAL PEAR DECK SLIDES FOR DIRECTIONS. YOU MUST HAVE THE ADD-ON IN GOOGLE SLIDES TO USE!******BRAINPOP SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED FOR BRAINPOP ACTIVITIES***Included Resources:⭐ Bill of Rights Create a Comic Book Google Slides Pear Deck⭐ What Is Civics Introduction to Civic Engagement Pear Deck Google Slides⭐ United States Con
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6th - 8th
Election 2024 Meet the Candidates: Research, Learn, and Write Biden Trump
In order to become knowledgeable and informed citizens, your students will have the opportunity to research the presidential candidates in time for Election 2024. Students will visit websites in order to research and take notes on the achievements and viewpoints of Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Then, students will develop their own opinion based on evidence and determine which presidential candidate they would vote for by answering a writing prompt. Many support handouts are included for student s
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Election 2020 Complete Unit Bundle: Activities, Templates & Projects
Women's Suffrage Movement PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Reading, Analysis
Discover the road to the 19th amendment with this women's rights unit. This resource includes an editable slide presentation (59 slides) with primary source images and documents, a student booklet with guided notes, reading passages, and analysis activities.What's Included:- 59 Slide PPT with primary source images- Guided Notes - Close Reading Passages (Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, & Lucy Stone)- Analysis Activities (analyze statements, political cartoons, voter turnout stats)-
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Women's Suffrage Bundle: Activities, Reading Passages, Analysis, Lecture
Presidential Election of 2016 Differentiated Reading Passages & Questions
Presidential Election of 2016
My students are very interested in the upcoming presidential election! I created a neutral, fact based passage based on the two presidential front runners, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. It also discusses the Electoral College and the process of voting in November. It is differentiated 3 times for low, mid, and high readers. The activity page includes a cloze reading, crossword puzzle, graphic organizer, and 10 short answer comprehension questions.
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3rd - 12th
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2024 Presidential Election Activities
Teach students about the 2020 presidential election using the included print and digital distance learning lessons and activities. Students will learn about the Electoral College, Political Parties, and the Election Process through the included print and remote learning materials. To review the concepts, students can complete the sketch note graphic organizers. A project that will have students draft and record a campaign speech will detail directions to allow you to distribute this blended lear
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4th - 6th
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Types of Government Word Wall with Activity Ideas - 20 Vocab Words & Pics
Interactive Word Walls are a fantastic addition to your classroom! Bright, colorful, and easy to decipher pictures help you introduce, reinforce, and review vocabulary words with each unit! We are often challenged to teach insane amounts of vocabulary in our Social Studies curriculum! Word walls are an effective tool in my classroom to help with this reality. The visual clues are great for struggling readers, Special Education students, and English Language Learners in the classroom. This set i
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5th - 9th
Women's Suffrage Political Cartoon Gallery Walk
This Political Cartoon Gallery Walk is an educational activity that teaches students about primary source analysis and Women's Suffrage. Participants work individually or in small groups to examine six political cartoons and make inferences based on their observations and prior knowledge. Students use information gathered to answer an evidence-based question. This standards-based activity includes:6 Political CartoonsRecording SheetsSample SheetInstructions/TipsVery little prep. Print cartoons a
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Civics Store Growing Bundle
Election 2020 Complete Unit Bundle: Activities, Templates & Projects
We are deep into the election season, but how well do your students really know the candidates, the issues and the roles of the president? This bundle gives your students the opportunity to explore all of that in a student-centered, engaging and fun way! Please note that this unit will be updated as election changes occur (such as if a candidate drops out). Debate and inauguration resources will be added as we get deeper into the election season.
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6th - 9th
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Election Day for 2024 Presidential Election Interactive Pear Deck Google Slides
Teach the importance of presidential elections with these interactive slides! Students will learn about political parties, the electoral college, and the issues candidates campaign on. This slide introduces the concept of voting with a "This or That" game where students must pick ONE side with multiple things that interest them or they like. This resource can be used as a whole class lesson (recommended for discussion!) or in self-paced mode. Students will also practice important ELA skills such
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6th - 8th
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U.S. History: Election of 1860 COMPLETE Lesson Plan for 5th-8th Grade!
The Election of 1860 COMPLETE Lesson Plan is PERFECT for those teaching 5th to 8th grade U.S. history to their students. This incredible lesson includes EVERYTHING you'll need to explore the historical significance and impact of the presidential election of 1860 including the outcome of the election, how the election highlighted deep-rooted sectionalism in the U.S., and why this was one of the most important and consequential presidential elections in U.S. history. The fantastic Election of 1860
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5th - 8th
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Elections and Voting Interactive Notebook for Google Drive
These Civics digital interactive notebook graphic organizers will help students organize information about elections and the voting process on Google Drive. It's fun to use in election years, too! Why should you use a Google Interactive Product? *No cutting, gluing or paper needed! *Students work directly with their own copy of the file and their work is saved automatically *Engage students and make history come alive in new waysInteractive notebooks are an effective tool in the classroom. Not o
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Civics Digital Interactive Notebook Bundle for Google Drive
Election Day for Midterm Elections Pear Deck Google Slides
Stress the importance of midterm elections and teach about how local and state-level elections work with these interactive slides! Students will learn about political parties and various issues people vote on, regardless of the type of election. This slide also introduces the concept of voting with a "This or That" game where students must pick ONE side with multiple things that interest them or they like. Can be used as a whole class lesson (recommended for discussion!) or in self-paced mode. S
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6th - 8th
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