I Civics: Government Spending

What does the government do, exactly? Scholars investigate the many roles government plays in the everyday lives of Americans. The short video clip leads to open discussion of the functions of government and politics in the United States. 

In this library of mini-lessons, students will learn about the relationship between the government and the economy.

After discussing personal financing with your class, consider following up with this well-rounded introduction to government spending. The resource includes reading documents and worksheets, and covers topics as the federal deficit and...

Students learn how government and the economy are related and the difference between market, command, and mixed economies.

Upper graders listen to a podcast on the EconTalk website featuring economist Keith Hennessey. The podcast focuses on the Budget Control Act of 2011, the national debt, and government spending. They read specifics about the BCA, then...

Explore games and teacher resources on American forms of government, democracy, and civic life.

A large collection of Social Studies units, WebQuests, and games that focuses on teaching students how government works and the importance of being responsible, informed American citizens. Units are linked to state standards. A teacher...

Standards-aligned civics resources including lesosn plans, games, DBQ activities, web-based excercises, and much more.

In this overview lesson, young scholars learn about state government structure, functions, lawmaking, and relationship with local government.

Use this library of mini-lessons to teach students about the concept of federalism, from the powers held by the federal government to the powers reserved for the states. They will also learn about state government structures and...