Students understand the purpose of the judicial branch of government. In this judiciary lesson, students participate in exercises to understand how the court system works. Students complete activity sheets to develop understanding of...

Students analyze the judiciary system.  In this government lesson, students participate in a class discussion on methods to prevent unfairness in the Judicial courts.

Students examine Supreme Court cases. In this U.S. government lesson, students watch a video about the Bill of Rights and then research 4 Supreme Court cases using the noted web site. Students analyze the presented information and write...

Young scholars investigate the concept of the three branches of government by dividing into three teams. They record the powers of the three branches.

The students will use computer software to develop a KWL chart to determine the roles of different government officials. The chart will reveal what they already know. Then the instructor will give new information as needed.

Eleventh graders examine different forms of government.  For this American Government lesson, 11th graders research a different government.  Students create a poster board on the type of government. 

Learners research the branches of government and write summaries about both the state and federal systems. After conducting reaserch in texts and online, students create Venn diagrams displaying the governmental functions of the three...

High schoolers explore, examine and study the terminology associated with governance and discover the types of governance within each EU country. They produce a mind map that concentrates on UK government and monarchy and critique the...

In this U.S. government worksheet, 5th graders study the different branches of government. Students match 13 terms to the correct definition that is provided.

In this United States history and government standardized test practice activity, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history...

In this United States history and government standardized test practice worksheet, students respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United States history and...

In this United States history and government standardized test practice instructional activity, young scholars respond to 50 multiple-choice, one essay, and 14 short-answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of United...

Fourth graders research services and responsibilities of local government. They use cameras to take pictures of local government in action and create posters with them.

In this Solving the Mysteries of Government worksheet, students answer questions using ideas from the public-choice theory of government.

In this European government and population worksheet, students respond to 8 short answer questions that require them to research answers regarding the governments and population statistics of countries in Europe.

In this spelling word instructional activity, students practice reading and writing the list of spelling words which are related to government and independence. They define independence, unalienable, and equal before putting the whole...

Learners explore the power of the Church in government. In this literature lesson, students read Sir Thomas More's Utopia and Niccolo Machiavelli's The Prince. Learners respond to questions regarding the works and discuss them.

With all the hubbub surrounding national elections, it's easy to forget the importance of local government. After learning about county governance and voter turnout for local elections, young citizens demonstrate how local...

Learners explore how the Constitution provides for separation of power and limited government, as evidenced by the three branches of government. They participate in role-playing situations, group discussions, and complete worksheets to...

Students explore tribal sovereignty. In this American Indian lesson, students learn about tribal sovereignty, watch a movie, take notes, and complete a reaction paper.

Who has the power? The founding fathers asked the same question when the United States was formed. Learners explore issues that arose during Madison’s presidency that raised constitutional questions. Through discovery, discussion, and...

Students determine the role of each branch of government in a system of checks and balances. They demonstrate the role of the judiciary in American government

Have you ever started a project only to realize you need to scrap it and start over? Scholars analyze the issues leading to the fall of the Articles of Confederation. A group investigation into Articles II, III, and VIII unveil the...

What's the right way to teach young historians about the Bill of Rights? Many an instructor has asked this question when pondering lesson plans over the US Constitution. The Constitution and Rights is a nifty resource that provides a...