60 Second Civics: The First American Political Parties

What is a political party, and what major parties exist in American politics today? How did the party system develop in American history, and how are parties organized? These questions and many other details regarding the political party...

Was American politics always bound to the two-party system? Learn how the two-party system developed, why third parties tend not to do so well, and all the various political parties that have emerged throughout US history. Each party is...

What are political parties and what so strategists do? In this political analysis lesson plan, students analyze political strategies to understand their strengths and weaknesses. They use key details from the text to learn how to create...

60-Second Civics is a daily podcast that provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation's government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes related to civics and government, the...

Discusses Martin Van Buren's views on political parties.

Continues the discussion of Van Buren's view of political parties.

The ideas and events that led to the development of political parties in the 1790s are discussed.

Students will produce an illustrated documentary on one of the first two American political parties.

Complete directory of the political parties that are active in the United States. Links to each party's website are included along with a brief overview of each one with major players.

This unit examines the significance of political parties in American politics, highlighting their functions, differences, and influence on the public for political decision making. Offers video, readings, web resources, and activities.