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Cartoons for the Classroom: Welcoming the New Congress in Cartoons

For Students 8th - 12th
In this current events worksheet, students analyze political cartoons about the 110th Congress. Students respond to 3 talking point questions.
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Drawing English into the Spotlight

For Students 8th - 12th
In this current events worksheet, students analyze a political cartoon about the English-language debate and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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Primary Season 101

For Students 7th - 12th
While this New York Times resource posted several months ago it could still be a useful learning experience. Learners practice using the Times's Campaign 2012 Politics section to help them answer 16 questions about the Republican...
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It's Census Time: Census Lesson Plans

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Census lesson plans can provide an interdisciplinary look at how the data is used, and what it means for everyone.
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Why Vote?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students design a ballot slip for student voting. They create a slogan and political brochure.
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Ethics in Congress

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, using Online sources, research and discuss modern ethics rules and general behavioral guidelines used in Congress.
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February Civics Internet Hunt 2

For Students 5th - 10th
In this government worksheet, learners click on the links in the questions about civics and government to find the answers to the questions and then come back and answer the questions. Students answer 7 questions total.
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Matrix Multiplication

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
High schoolers solve matrices using multiplication. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify the properties needed to multiply matrices. They define the terms matrix and dimensions.
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Presidential Election 2004: Five Presidents' Calls for War

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine five president's reasons for entering into a war. Using the text, they answer questions and discuss their answers with the class. They also examine President Bush's reasons for going to war in Iraq and how that...
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Election Trivia

For Teachers 5th - 10th
In this election worksheet, students complete short answer questions having to do with the elections in the United States. Students answer 24 trivia questions.
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U.s. House of Representatives

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site for the U.S. House of Representatives. Includes everything you want to know about it! Examples: the schedule of the House for the week, current events, committee hearings, roll call votes. Find your Representative.
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Office of the Clerk: u.s. House of Representatives

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for the Office of the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives includes information on: legislative activities, information on the Clerk's office, committee information, art and history of the House, historical...
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Dirksen: Ten Most Important Things About the U. S. House of Representatives

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Article outlining the ten most important things one should know about the U.S. House of Representatives.
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U.s. House of Representatives: The Legislative Process

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn about the House of Representatives and how it carries out its responsibilities and duties according to the U.S. Constitution.
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U.s. House of Representatives: Public Disclosure

For Students 9th - 10th
The official website for public disclosure for the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Office of the Clerk: u.s. House of Representatives: Kids in the House

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site, you can explore the role the Office of the Clerk plays in the United States House of Representatives. Learn about the legislative process and its effect on you.
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Committee on Resources u.s. House of Representatives

For Students 9th - 10th
Homepage of the Committee on Resources for the U.S. House of Representatives gives a detailed look at the daily workings of this committee.
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Committee on Rules u.s. House of Representatives

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource describes the Committee on Rules as an arm of the leadership of both parties, the committee is at the center of both political and legislative battles. The role of this committee has changed over time.
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The u.s. House of Representatives House Leadership Web

For Students 9th - 10th
This government-designed site provides a clear chart of the organization of Congress, as well as links to sites of current leadership.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The House of Representatives

For Students 3rd - 5th
This great site offers information about qualifications and duties of the United States House of Representatives.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Election of Representatives

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn how long each member of the House of Representatives serve, and what requirements are necessary to be a member.
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U.s. House of Representatives: Appropriations Committee

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a listing of the Committees and Subcommittees on Appropriations from the House of Representatives 108th Congress.
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Architect of the Capitol:history of the u.s. Capitol Building

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides information on the U.S. Capitol Complex. Find information on the buildings themselves, the upkeep, history, and conservation efforts.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The u.s. Congress (Grades 3 5)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief description of the U.S. Congress Links to related sites are available.