This lesson introduces students to some of the basic ideas which were of great importance to the Founders. They used these ideas when they developed the American government. Students will learn why they thought a government was needed in...

A lesson that considers how the American founders answered the question, What is government? Examines why, from the point of view of the founders, government is not only necessary, but good for human beings.

A lesson plan that includes a handout and various follow-up activities for middle schoolers. The lesson is described here and a link is provided for downloading the lesson plan and handout.

This lesson involves role-playing to help the pupils understand the separation of powers. [PDF]

In this lesson, students are introduced to the characteristics of power, authority, legitimacy, and sovereignty, consider how governments establish and maintain them, and analyze government forms to determine if and how each...

Want to be president for a day? This online lesson plan will have students exploring the role of our presidents past and present. Through art connections the learners will be led through a series of fun activities on their way to...