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Elections - voting Common Core W.8.1 resources
President Election Campaign Game: iCivics Win the White House Game Reflection
How does a presidential candidate go about campaigning, winning the election, and then becoming the next President? What's with the electoral college anyway? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to comprehend what a candidate needs to go through in order to become the next President. From taking stances on issues, giving speeches, and traveling to various states, students will take the role of candidate and do their best to win the most electoral votes and become the next Pr
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5th - 12th
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What is Patriotism Activity
What does it mean to be patriotic in this day and age?The perfect supplement to any unit on history or current events, this product features a thought-provoking lesson to help students articulate what patriotism means to them and to see how it varies widely (and often passionately) from person to person. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about patriotism and explain why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students'
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8th - 11th
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Charts and Graphs on the Presidents
27 printable or digital pages for students to analyze charts and graphs of US Presidents, comparing and contrasting the best and the worst of Republican and Democrat administrations:How important is immigration to the President?How old are Presidents when they start office?Which President issued the most Executive Orders?Which President created the most jobs?What is happening with the National Debt?What experience did each President have?Which President did the best on unemployment?Which Preside
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6th - 12th
Selfie to Share?: Should People Be Allowed to Take Ballot Selfies?
To selfie or not to selfie? That is the question!As we approach another presidential election the question will start to pop up- should people be allowed to take ballot selfies? It varies from state to state!In this lesson, students will consider a real-life legal case, analyze arguments from both sides, and create counter arguments before determining what rule they would create regarding ballot selfies!This download includes:Teacher's GuidePowerPoint PresentationSorting CardsStudent workpages
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6th - 8th
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Act by Kayla Miller Graphic Novel Discussion Question Cards
This product includes 80 comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts on cards for studying the graphic novel Act by Kayla Miller. This book is an engaging and enjoyable graphic novel that explores important themes and opens the door to many significant discussion opportunities for students within the classroom and beyond.Book Themes: Friendship, Student Government, Voting & Elections, Realistic Fiction, Family, SchoolThis book is a
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3rd - 6th
What is Democracy Activity
A perfect conversation starter for Election Day or any time during your course on government or current events, this product features a thought-provoking lesson to help students articulate their current views on the definition of democracy. In this activity, they must choose between 6 different quotes about democracy and explain why the quote aligns with their own perspective. It is a great way to gain insight about your students' current attitudes in the midst of a higher level thinking activit
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8th - 11th
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Critical Thinking Questions - Abraham Lincoln
21 printable pages combining critical thinking with Abraham Lincoln, responding to prompts like: How to win a staring contest…Weird stuff to wear on your head…Things you might run away from…Things that make you smile…Things with too many colors…Stuff that surprises everyone…How to dress like a cowboy…How to Hold onto something…How to be a spy…Why you should save money…and more… PRINT: I created a PDF version that you can download on your computer and print for students to use in class or at home
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Abraham Lincoln BUNDLE
Debate Viewing Guide: Template for Any Political Debate or Candidate Discussion
One of the best ways to help students become engaged and informed on the current issues of the day is by watching the most recent political debates. Whether it be a general election, primary race, gubernatorial race, senate, or even a presidential race, students love hearing the arguments and debate between the candidates. I have used this format for years and it is a proven way to help my students follow along with the issues of the day. Students get to hear how candidates have such differin
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2020 Presidential Election Debate
The 2020 Presidential Election is quickly approaching! What better way to get your students involved in the election than by holding your own classroom debate! This resource includes everything that you need to conduct your own classroom debate:-links to informational articles about each candidate-word wall vocabulary cards-graphic organizers-writing sheets for the finished product-bulletin board decorations
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5th - 8th
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