Break down the powers of the government as they are stated in the US Constitution. Older learners will have a lot to think about as they listen to this lecture on the three branches of the US government and the powers each holds. Primary...

Conclude your next unit lecture on inflation with part four of this comprehensive series of videos on the Federal Reserve and inflation in the United States. This clip recaps some of the issues and key terms that need to be understood in...

Who does what in the US government? If your class has a handle on the basics of local, state, and federal government, then reviewing with a game will be great fun. They answer 12 different questions that cover topics such as, governors,...

After introducing the three branches of US government, test the class' understanding of government powers. They are asked a series of questions regarding a federal act and then, answer which branch has the power of decision making....

Learners study the federal government, which is divided into 3 branches. They have a minimal understanding of the responsibilities of each branch.

Lead your class in a discussion about how they believe money influences politics. After reading "Go Ahead, Try to Stop K Street" from the New York Times, they evaluate the claims in the article about the current lobbyist scandal in...

Eighth graders discover the influence of the constitution on their daily activities, identify the three branches of the federal government, and locate articles and sections of the constitution that leave specific powers on a particular...

Learners make executive decisions. In this Social Studies lesson, students explore the concept of executive decisions through a game of chess. Learners role play a year-level formal plan and implementation.

Young analysts examine two letters, one written by President Hoover and one written by FDR. Each letter contains that president's response to the role of the Federal Government during times of crisis (The Great Depression). They analyze...

Examine everyday life during the Great Depression, as well as the effects if the Depression on American population, society, and economy. Learners write who, what, where, when, and why summaries of a person who relocated to California...

Have your class fill out this comprehension sheet while reading about the powers of Congress. There are ten multiple choice questions focused on the rights, powers, and limitations of Congressional law.

Five matching and 5 multiple choice questions to challenge your class. Their answers will test their knowledge of early American government. Party systems, Electorate, and major constituents of the time are the topics included.

Congress has both implied and expressed powers. Quiz your kids on which powers are expressed, which are implied, and examples of both. Included are 5 true/false and 5 multiple choice questions.

Learning about the three branches of government can be fun. Pupils learn about government using the resource links provided, answer questions, and create a PowerPoint presentation on the legislative branch.

Students debate a bill. In this Senate lesson plan, students investigate the steps of the House of Representatives when amending a bill that has passed. Students role-play law-making.

In this Congressional duties worksheet, students research the noted Internet site and then respond to 20 questions about Congress and their duties.

Eighth graders investigate the compromises that took place at the Constitutional Convention. In this U.S. government lesson, 8th graders "visit" the convention as they research and debate the issues that arose. Students journal about the...

Sixth graders research treaties. In this treaties lesson plan, 6th graders go online to build knowledge about treaties. Students read information and take quizzes. Students write a comparative essay about how the Aboriginal and...

Sixth graders examine the needs of individuals during the Great Depression. In this Great Depression instructional activity, 6th graders analyze photographs and documents from the Library of Congress. Students discuss the needs of the...

In this representation in government worksheet students answer questions about who represents their state in each office and level of government.

Students define terminology, name elected officials, and distinguish between the two chambers of Congress.  In this investigative lesson students create a diagram of the process that is followed when a bill becomes a law. 

Students research the branches of government.  In this federal court system instructional activity, students use internet research and NoteFolio technology to research the structure and purpose of the federal courts.  In groups of three,...

Students examine current events to identify levels of power in government. In this federalism lesson plan, students define federalism by writing examples and drawing a graphic. Students write lecture notes and determine which examples...

Young scholars are taught that there is more to executive branch of the federal government than the president and cabinet. They identify in pairs the names and fucntions of different departments under the executive branch of federal...