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Let the Campaign Begin

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Students differentiate between positive and negative personal attributes and select a fictional character for nomination who personifies the qualities of a good leader. They use the Internet to learn about the election process and write an announcement speech that identifies their character's platform. Finally, students complete a form that registers them to vote in the classroom election.

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ballots, elections, the popular vote, presidential elections, budgeting, campaigns, presidential inaugurations, the electoral vote

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ballot, budget, campaign, electoral vote, inauguration, popular vote, english language arts
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3rd - 5th
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English Language Arts
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