Lesson Plan

Doing Democracy

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How do you explain democracy to a middle school classroom? A social studies resource breaks elections and the democratic process down for your class. Discussion questions, worksheets, activities that build critical thinking skills, and a poster project cohesively teach the concepts and create a memorable learning experience for every pupil. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Flip your classroom by asking learners to brainstorm the list at home
Classroom Considerations
  • You might need to build a rubric to evaluate the poster activity
  • Requires preparation of images beforehand
Pros
  • Thought-provoking discussion questions
  • Contains step-by-step guide on how to present the information
  • Includes a worksheet to guide learning
Cons
  • None