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The Bill of Rights - The First Ten Amendments to the Constitution
The Bill of Rights, and the First Ten Ammendments to the Constitution are the focus of this Social Studies presentation. Students view a presentation that nicely presents, not only what each Ammendment says, but examples of how they...
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Political crisis in Indonesia
Learners research Indonesian government and politics, then compare and contrast Indonesian demonstrations to recent upheavals in the Philippines and Ivory Coast. They formulate opinions about the relationship of a nation's stability...
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Yorkshire Quiz 1
In this Yorkshire learning exercise, students answer short answer questions about the history, geography, government, and more of Yorkshire. Students complete 35 questions.
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Cutting Down Trees
Learners research what kind of problems force a city or town to decide to remove trees. Students research what controversy has occurred in other cities or towns. Learners interview those responsible for such decisions in your city or...
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Economic Health Indicators: Inflation and Unemployment Worksheet
Ensure your economists understand demand and supply curves with this 13-question inflation and unemployment learning exercise. Although it references a text, information students need is included on a separate notes handout (included)....
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"Whispering Wires": Public Law vs. Individual Civil Liberties
High school student love discussing controversial issues like those brought up in this fourth amendment case study. They examine the 1928 Olmstead vs. U.S. prohibition court case, applying the fourth amendment to determine whether...
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From a New Nation to a Divided Nation
Quiz your students or prepare them for the big exam with this presentation. Included are 24 multiple choice questions related to Early American Government, The Colonial Period, Westward Expansion, and State Formation.
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Group Newspaper-American System of Government
Eighth graders, in groups, design, research, and create a newspaper that explains four historical events that have influenced the American system of government.
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Social Skills (Independence)
Third graders identify unacceptable social behaviors and then describe how to replace those behaviors with acceptable behaviors. They see that as individuals we are in charge of our bodies and minds, and therefore we choose our...
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What's planning permission?
Students investigate land regulations. In groups students explore how local councillors grant planning permission and how land is regulated. Students role play making decisions on a planning committee. They discuss why a land use...
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Civics Review for Grade 3
For this civics review for grade 3 worksheet, 3rd graders answer 25 multiple choice questions about U.S. government in standardized test format.
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Trade and the Global Economy
Students discuss the role of trade and a global economy. As a class, they identify the costs and benefits of trade and how it is being questioned in today's society. They discover what is imported to the United States and the role of...
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The Progressives
For this Progressive Era worksheet, students review a chapter as they read 10 descriptions identifying who or what is speaking, respond to 4 short answer questions, and explain a historical theme regarding this time period in United...
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Individual Resistance & Social Change
Students examine the Brown v. Board of Education case. In this segregation lesson, students study the details of the case and compare it the Mendez v. Westminster case.
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Second Graders Create Their Own Social Studies Book (Part I, The 5Ws of the Constitution)
Students study the United States Constitution and create a year-long cumulative activity for social studies. In this social studies lesson, students complete activities throughout the year to learn the 5Ws for the United States...
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Rome Governed
In this Roman government worksheet, students read about the Republic, the Assembly, and the Senators for the Roman government.
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What Is Smart Growth?
Students practice planning for the development of an area using the goals of Smart Growth as a guide. They analyze how regions can affect government policies. They role-play citizens who recommend how an area should be developed.
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Current Issues/Lesson Plan 2 : What I Think Should Happen
Students explain the roles and responsibilities of various individuals and government bodies, as well as to recognize the features of the dynamic interplay between them. They explain the process of how of a bill is signed into law.
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What is the Problem of Boston Harbor?
Students recognize the affects of technology on the environment. They examine data to determine methods to improve waater quality. A research paper is written to desribe recommendations for improving water in the future.
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Drawing Attention to Government Frequency
In this current events worksheet, students analyze a political cartoon about government secrecy and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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social Studies: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorow
Sixth graders take an Internet trip back in time to explore ancient cultures. Working in teams, they assume the roles of theologian, cartographer, economist, political analyst, and anthropologist. The same groups then create time...
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Is FEMA a Natural Disaster?
Students develop an understanding of FEMA and reflect about the consequences of a natural disaster. In this natural disaster lesson plan, students are asked specific questions after reading several stories. After class...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Government Motors
In this current events worksheet, students analyze a political cartoon about the General Motors bailout and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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Progressive Era: Public Pressure and Government Actions
Students read sections of the novel, "The Jungle". They identify the problems of the meat industry during the Progressive Era. They discuss food concerns of today and make connections between the two time periods.