This product includes various activities for students to complete that encourage thought and research about how citizens can be involved in the government and the methods that a citizen can use to change or influence the government. This packet includes a student demonstration in which students must find current events that show how people are involved with the government. It includes a current events graphic organizer. A vocabulary handout that can be modified for notes, and also a peer review for the student demonstration mentioned above. Multiple activities included.

This product is a great resource to use for an American Revolution and/or Foundation of U.S. Government unit. Within this document, students will create 6 tasks that show aspects of the creation of the United States leading up to and including the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. These tasks will help students to better understand the ideas behind the Declaration of Independence and why the American colonies revolted against the British.

This powerpoint presentation is comprised of 11 slides with specific examples of various forms of government. The presentation presents information on many different types of government from democracy to totalitarian. The powerpoint includes pictures, links to websites, real life examples, historical examples, and links to videos on other websites providing real life examples to use in the classroom with students.

One page document designed to be used in a high school American Government class. Syllabus of class procedures and synapse of material to be learned. Also includes suggested grade weights. Not included is course calendar or list of assignments.

This document includes a list of important vocabulary terms to use in an introductory unit for American Government. This list is words only, no definitions are included.

The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important documents in American History. The basic ideas of the Declaration of Independence are still important today. This activity uses ideas that are important to learners/students and asks them to declare independence from something that limits their freedom in life. This document includes step by step instructions and response questions for students to answer as they create their own personal Declaration of Independence. This product includes two tasks: Task 1: Students will answer thought questions about freedoms and treatment they experience as a young person. This will help them develop a list complaints or “grievances” about their treatment. Task 2: Students will create a document declaring independence from something affecting their freedom. This will be a product creation. Students must then answer response questions based on their creation. This activity is great for learners in high school but could also be adjusted to lower grades. The activity asks students to connect a document from hundreds of years ago to an idea present in their own lives. Real world connections are made from this activity. This is Version 2 of the Create Your Own Declaration of Independence Activity. This is different from the original. If you are interested in the original version, please click the link: Create Your Own Declaration of Independence. This product includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Shop.

This document provides directions for a group project in which students will write their own Bill according to the process used in the United States government. This document is perfect for an introduction and is by no means an exhaustive look at the legislative process of the U.S. or of American politics. This is a basic project perfect to use in younger grades or to give a base knowledge of the legislative process. Document does include an example related to the 2015-2016 school year but this can be easily edited.

This document has students examine whether their beliefs align with Democratic values, Republican values, or both. They must analyze specific issues that are controversial and frequently debated in our society. A chart is used to plot students beliefs and they may analyze how those beliefs align with today's political parties in the United States.

This product is an instruction sheet for an activity using ToonDoo.com. ToonDoo is a free online cartoon maker that is easy to use and allows users to create cartoons that can be easily edited, modified, and printed. The activity sheet includes instructions for creating a cartoon based on The Bill of Rights. Instructions include a step by step procedure for signing up for an account, instructions for using the website, and a rubric for the creation of the Bill of Rights cartoon.

This study guide is a great resource to use for teachers reviewing The Bill of Rights with students. This product is designed to review a Bill of Rights unit or chapter. This study guide includes three sections that students will complete: Vocabulary - A graphic organizer of 16 terms that students will define. Words include: assembly, Establishment Clause, militia, due process, reforms, civil liberties, probable cause, petition, censorship, search and seizure, indictment, slander/libel, double jeopardy, eminent domain, grand jury, bail. 10 Amendments - Students will complete a chart of the ten amendments. Students will write the meaning of each amendment in the chart. Extended Response Questions - 5 extended response questions - Ex. List and describe one limitation of a 1st amendment right. Then list and describe an extension of a 1st amendment right. This study guide could also be used to plan a unit or chapter and/or create a test/quiz about the Bill of Rights. A thorough answer key is also included with this resource. This product includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. ** If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Shop.

This single page worksheet is divided into three different sections. The three sections are designed to teach students about the importance of the 1st amendment, the freedoms of the 1st amendment, and important 1st amendment Supreme Court Cases. The three sections are: Review: Students will list and explain the 5 freedoms of the 1st amendment. Prior Knowledge: Students will define and explain the following terms: judicial review and precedent. Graphic Organizer: Students will complete a graphic organizer of important 1st amendment Supreme Court Cases. Student will explain the freedom extended or restricted by the Supreme Court case and then explain the outcome of the case. The cases included in the organizer are: Schenck v. United States, Tinker v. Des Moines, New York Times Company v. United States, and Texas v. Johnson. This graphic organizer and questions activity is a great resource to use for students that have learned/are learning about 1st amendment Supreme Court cases. The activity can be used as an assessment, an introductory activity, or a research activity. The product can also be easily modified to match your teaching/assessment procedures. This product includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Shop.

Included in this item is an information and directions handout for a research paper about departments and agencies within the Executive Branch of the United States government. Also included is a peer review handout. This item is meant to be used for a research paper in a government or history class. The document includes directions, guided research questions, grading criteria, and also the peer review handout.

This Forms of Government Test assesses student knowledge of the various forms of government throughout history and present in the world today. The test includes 30 multiple choice questions and 2 extended response questions. The forms of government included on this test are: democracy autocracy republic dictatorship monarchy oligarchy anarchy An easy to grade student answer document is also included with this resource. An answer key is also included with this resource. This resource includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. Other Forms of Government resources in my shop include: Forms of Government Study Guide Forms of Government Notebook If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Store.

This Forms of Government Study Guide is a graphic organizer of the various forms of government. This resource includes a blank copy that can be used as notes, study guide, or for students to complete on their own. There is also a completed copy that contains information for each of the forms of government. The information for each form of government includes: examples definitions other study material In the completed copy of the study guide, important information is highlighted. This resource was designed to be used in an American Government course but could easily be used in a history or other government course as well. The forms of government listed include: Democracy Absolute Monarchy Oligarchy Republic Autocracy/Theocracy Anarchy Dictatorship This resource includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version. If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my [Project Education Store.]https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/ashdchristie)

In this document, students will create their own unique government/country. Students will be guided through the process of creating unique economies, class systems, legislatures, court systems, and many more aspects of a country. This resource includes examples and definitions of important terms and vocabulary that will be used throughout the activity. The activity also includes directions for the the creation of a piece of propaganda supporting your newly created country. This resource comprises multiple pages and is a project designed for students to create their own government. Some examples of what students must complete include: define territorial units, create an economy, legislature, list the powers of the head of state, design a judicial system, and find allies among classmates. This activity is designed to be used for multiple grades and skill levels. This activity includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the activity. This project can also be found as part of the Forms of Government Notebook that includes vocabulary, visual (art), notes, and examples of the forms of government. This is a comprehensive resource that also includes this Create Your Own Government Project. Please click on the links below if you are interested. Forms of Government Notebook - PDF If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Store.

This product is a PowerPoint presentation about Interest Groups and Lobbying in the government of the United States. The product includes easy to understand text and graphics. This is an ideal resource to use when lecturing and for student notes. I recommend using this as a base of knowledge and building off of the information provided. The Powerpoint includes 10 slides of information and 1 slide of interesting internet links.

This comprehensive lesson plans explains the roles of citizens in the United States government and how they can exercise their Constitutional rights and responsibilities. The lesson focuses on the creation of student made skits that portray a right that citizens of the United States have. These are rights/responsibilities that all citizens posses in the United States (ex. voting, being fiscally responsible, providing a public service, serving on juries, etc.) The lesson includes a very detailed step by step plan on how to implement the lesson, learning goals and objectives, assessments, time management suggestions, materials needed, and standards. The lesson plan also includes a separate response document that students should complete at the conclusion of the lesson to show understanding of the material. This lesson plan was created using the Ohio Content Standards for High School Government. These standards are very similar to many other standards in other states and areas. If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Store.

This product is designed to teach students the concepts of reapportionment, redistricting, and gerrymandering as it pertains to the United States Congress. This resource includes 2 prior knowledge questions about those important concepts and then presents students with a task. The task asks students to do the following: Go to http://www.redistrictinggame.org and play a series of missions about the redistricting process in the United States. The website links to a game that students will play in which they see redistricting and gerrymandering in action. In some portions of the game, students themselves will have the opportunity to redistrict and if necessary gerrymander themselves. This product also includes response questions related directly to the game and the redistricting process. This is a great resource to use for teaching a difficult concept such as redistricting and gerrymandering. This provides a hands-on experience for students to complete the process legislators complete themselves. This product includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. It is designed to be used online or printed for students. If you are interested in other Social Studies and History resources please check out my Project Education Shop.

This product is designed to accompany a government/political science course that is using the film “Thank You For Smoking” to teach students about interest groups and the power they posses in the United States government. The resource includes questions that guide student learning and assess knowledge of the power, purpose, and use of interest groups in the United States. This product includes 5 extended response type questions. The questions are multi-part questions in which students are expected to provide thoughtful, thorough answers based on their viewing of the film. Some of the topics covered in the film and the questions include: Lobbying/Lobbyist Interest Groups Big Tobacco Companies Power and Influence in Congress This product includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version of the resource. If you are interested in other Social Studies and Personal Finance resources please check out my Project Education Shop.

Handout includes graphic organizer organizing the aspects of the Intolerable Acts and how they affected the American colonies. The following aspects of the Intolerable Acts are to be examined by students: Boston Harbor was closed until Boston paid for the ruined tea. Massachusetts’s charter was canceled. The governor decided if and when the legislature could meet Royal officials accused of crimes were sent to Britain for Trial. This let them face a more friendly judge and jury. A new Quartering Act required colonists to house British soldiers The Quebec Act gave a large amount of land to the colony of Quebec. General Thomas Gage became the new governor of Massachusetts. Includes a PDF and Microsoft Word version of the product. If you are interested in other Social Studies/History resources, please check out my shop: Project Education Shop.