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Geography of the Hill

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the basic functions of Canadian government, who is responsible for each function and where the officials associated with each function work.
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Patterns

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate the concept of using proportions to compare quantities while also practicing calculations for foreign exchange rates. They develop the skill of solving for unknown quantities of money while using an algebraic equation.
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Australian Currency

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate currency and exchange rates.  In the middle school mathematics instructional activity, students use ratio and proportion to convert from Australian currency to the U.S. dollar and vice verse.  Students create their...
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Current Issues/Lesson Plan 2 : What I Think Should Happen

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars 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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Comparing the Senate and the House of Commons

For Teachers 7th - Higher Ed
Students research, compare and contrast the two Parliamentary houses of Canadian government. They organize their research into a series of graphic organizers and discuss their findings with peers.
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The Consumer Price Index: A Measure of Inflation

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners examine inflation over the years and learn to calculate how it changes over time. In this money management lesson, students learn how price changes affect their purchasing power, how to come up with strategies for dealing with...
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European Union

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners read a short dialogue that takes place between a Canadian who is touring France and a French citizen.  In this World History lesson plan, students create answers to comprehension questions.  Learners participate in a class...
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Gallery Walk/Webquest

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in a gallery walk or Web Quest to study the various roles and processes in the Canadian government.
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The Youth Criminal Justice Act

For Teachers 3rd - 10th
Students review the Youth Criminal Justice Act and examine the consequences for young people who commit crimes. They investigate the rehabilitation and reintegration processes associated with the act.