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5th grade civics simulations
Forms of Government Simulation
In this simulation the entire class will be able to experience every form of government. I usually open the Forms of Government unit with this simulation and my students LOVE IT! They talk about it for years. This purchase will include: -Detailed teacher instructions and explanations of every form of government.- Printer Friendly Student Simulation Chart-Answer KeyForms of Government Covered: -Anarchy-Autocracy/ Dictatorship-Absolute Monarchy-Constitutional Monarchy-Oligarchy-Representative Dem
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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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Political Parties | Campaign Simulation Running for President
This presidential election simulation is an excellent way for students to comprehend all aspects of political parties and the campaigns needed to elect a presidential candidate - "Let's Get The Party Started!" The teacher will divide class into groups of 4 to 5 students per group. Each group will develop their own political party and choose a presidential candidate to represent their party. Using the included criteria, allow students a few class periods, or portions of class periods, to create
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5th - 12th
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Branches of Government Simulation Centers
Allow students the opportunity to experience what it's like to work on each branch of government with this fun set of centers. Students will get to be the President and approve or veto new laws; while working as Supreme Court justices they will determine whether new class rules are constitutional or not; and they will get to make new rules for recess while pretending they are a member of Congress. Bring the branches of government to life with this activity!
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3rd - 5th
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How a Bill Becomes a Law - Government Simulation - Congress (House/Senate) Vote
Let your students EXPERIENCE the important governmental process of drafting, presenting, debating and voting on a bill as it goes through the steps to become a law!Each student will take on a new persona as a REAL congressperson from a state in the USA. They will present their bill and debate bills from other committees, then vote in a congressional meeting! This experience is fun and memorable for students across the USA! Enjoy!Included in this set:Contents:How to Use this ResourceNote taking G
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2nd - 5th
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Economics Activity | Classroom Market Economy Simulation & Classroom Management
Searching for Economics Activities? Looking for a way to make economics class more enjoyable or maybe just improve classroom management? CLA$$ONOMIC$ is an interactive classroom economy that will boost student engagement and help reinforce the major concepts of a market economy. Create your very own classroom economy with this Social Studies simulation. Students love the chance to be an entrepreneur by owning items in the classroom, charging students usage fees, and having opportunities to mak
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5th - 12th
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Colonizing the Moon - An American History Simulation
In this engaging simulation, students will found a colony, write a Declaration of Independence and create a Constitution on the Moon! The simulation includes detailed instructions, small group work, a class debate, and discussion questions.
This American History-inspired simulation will give students a new and exciting perspective on the struggles the early American colonists faced in their fight for independence.
The simulation begins with students working in small groups to colonize the Moo
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Causes of the Revolutionary War Complete Unit Bundle
Would you Survive Jamestown?
Through this simulation students will be able to see if the choice they make, allow them to survive living during the colonization of Jamestown. Students will earn or lose points based on their choices in game (slides on the PowerPoint).
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5th - 10th
Model United Nations Simulation
This simulation has been one of my favorite activities in my freshmen Geography class. Freshmen are typically an energetic bunch, but they really stepped it up with this simulation. They wrote fantastic short essays, presented their resolution ideas, and dressed professionally. Best of all, they had to use critical thinking skills while debating one another over the summit's chosen global dilemmas. This activity and handout includes the following: 1. UN Simulation and Essay overview2. Resolution
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5th - 12th
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How a Bill Becomes a Law Dice Simulation
Looking for a fun and interactive way to teach your students about a Bill becoming a Law?
This one-day simulation is an easy way to allow students to "live" the life of a citizen looking to create a new law.
Product includes: Teacher Directions, Simulation Station Cards and Directions, Recording Sheet, List of resources, and Narrative Writing idea.
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3rd - 6th
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Executive Command Game Reflection | Used with iCivics | Executive Branch Game
What does the President do during a day, week or even a month in office? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to learn and comprehend all the "hats" or roles that the President plays during his time in office. From talking to congress, vetoing bills, visiting various departments, and traveling to foreign countries, students will take the role of President and do their best to become a successful President of the United States.This worksheet is an excellent written companion t
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5th - 12th
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What is the United Nations
Introduce your students to the basics of the United Nations with this introductory lesson! This resource is designed for direct instruction and includes important information for students to gain an understanding of the United Nations. This introductory lesson is a great way to start off your Model United Nation club or class. It will also serve as a stand alone lesson if your class is studying the UN in a social studies class.This resource includes sections of the UN charter, and descriptions a
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5th - 9th
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Mock Election and Voting Simulation Unit
Let’s Get Out and Vote! This election simulation takes students from registering with paper applications or online, to researching the candidates, making campaign signs, voting in a mock election paper-based or online; you decide! Students collect the votes in a graph to decided who the winnign candidate is. Its a fun way to teach civil responsibility and learn about the election process. This unit is organized to be completed in 4-5 days. It has a plan at the beginning of each day along with
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3rd - 8th
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Electoral College Lesson & Cookie Election Simulation
Having trouble teaching your students about the electoral college? Look no further! This resource includes a mini lesson and simulation that will help your kids better understand how the electoral college works!Details:Powerpoint Mini-Lesson: The mini-lesson is 8 slides and covers the BASICS of the electoral college. I would say that this lesson is fitting for 3rd-5th grade. The lesson is set up in a Q&A format. Following the lesson, there are 12 slides with review/quiz questions about what
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3rd - 5th
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Presidential Decisions: President Jackson and the Nullification Crisis
In this presidential decision making activity, students take on the role as President Jackson and his advisors to come to a decisions to 'solve' the Nullification Crisis.SITUATION: Congress passed a sharp increase on the tariff in 1828 which angered many in the South as it hurts their economy while helping the northern states. They have deemed it the "Tariff of Abominations" and now South Carolina has nullified the tax, saying they won't enforce this federal law, and threatened to secede if they
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Presidential Decisions Bundle: Madison, Monroe, and Jackson
Florida 7th Grade Civics Simulations Bundle 11 Total -SS.7.CG.1.1-SS.7.CG.1.11
Welcome to our series of simulations designed to deepen your understanding of the origins and purposes of government, law, and the American political system. Throughout history, these fundamental concepts have shaped societies, influenced governance structures, and defined the rights and responsibilities of citizens. In each simulation, you will explore different aspects of government and law, delving into historical events, constitutional principles, and political ideologies that have shaped th
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5th - 8th
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Mock Election Day, Fun Democracy, Civics and Government Role-Play Bundle
This bundle set allows Teachers and Students to enact their very own mock Election process in their own classroom, to help students understand democracy, civics, the importance of voting and that…EVERY VOTE COUNTS!***Check out the reviews on this bundle set. It's a real hit with elementary students and their Teachers!***This mock election bundle gives students an opportunity to better equip them for later in life (when they’re old enough to vote for real themselves) by helping them to learn all
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1st - 6th
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Forms of Government Bundle
This Bundle incorporates fun and engaging ways to teach the Forms of Government to your students. Included In This Bundle: Forms of Government SimulationForms and Types of Government Vocabulary and Flash CardsTypes and Forms Of Government PackForms of Government Personality QuizForms of Government Video NotesForms of Government Civics Writing Assignment
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5th - 12th
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Would you survive the British Tax Collector? - Road to Revolution, 13 Colonies
Help your students experience what life was like living during the time of British control over the colonies. Students will be divided into groups (colonies) and given a job with a yearly salary. Based on different situations, (within the PowerPoint) students will be taxed. Students will keep track of their tax deductions and determine how much money they have left at the end of the simulation.
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5th - 10th
How A Bill Becomes A Law (Simulation Lesson Plan)
A simulation style lesson plan that involves students in the process of making their own classroom "law"
Originally designed to be taught over the course of three days and, when possible, in conjunction with a trip to the state capitol.
Visit my website for vocabulary cards to accompany the initiation!
http://mrspartyka.wix.com/creativeteaching#!readersworkshop/c8hd
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.
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3rd - 6th
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Making Policy: No Vehicles in the Park!
Something you probably know that your students might not? Making rules is a lot harder than it looks! This take on a classic activity is a great ice breaker for a conversation on policy, and is a lasting and memorable activity that can be referenced back to as the year goes on.Essentially, the city wants to pass a new law prohibiting vehicles in the park. Like often in policy, this simple rule gets far more complex when nuance is introduced. Students first learn about policy and law, and are the
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Full Year of U.S. Government and Civics Essentials Bundle
Canadian Election Simulation
Do you want to have your students experience what it is like to run a campaign in an election? Then this is the product for you! Get your students ready for the 2019 Federal Election! This simulation has students reflect on the classroom values that are important to them, form political parties and create a classroom mascot to represent those values. Students will have to create their campaign based on their platform. It all ends with a class vote and a winning mascot being chosen! What is incl
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: BC Social Studies MEGA Bundle for Grade 4 & 5
Presidential Decisions - President Madison and the War of 1812
In this presidential decision making activity, students take on the role as President Madison and his advisors to come to a decisions to 'solve' and come to a decision on how to handle the rising tensions with Britain and France. SITUATION: For years the British and French have both seizing our ships and insulting our nation. The British also have been inciting Native American tribes to assault our citizens on the frontier and have been impressing - or kidnapping- thousands of our citizens int
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Presidential Decisions Bundle: Madison, Monroe, and Jackson
Activities for Well Versed: Animated Music Videos About Civics
"Government Superheroes"Functions of Government (Ages 6-11)"Rule-Making Expedition"Rules and Laws (Ages 6-11)"Rights and Responsibilities Carnival"Our Rights (Ages 6-11)"Branches of Government Adventure Quest"The Branches of Government (Ages 6-11)"My Local Community Adventure"It's All Local (Ages 6-11)"Community Puzzle Mural"A Part of Something (Ages 6-11)"Voice in Action: Community Advocacy Fair"Our Voices (Ages 6-11)"Democracy Dilemmas: Finding Common Ground"Differences, Disagreements, and Dem
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2nd - 5th
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