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Lesson 2: The Tired King Lesson PlanLesson 2: The Tired King Lesson Plan
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Lesson 2: The Tired King

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Learners are introduced to the three functions of government (legislative, judicial, and executive). They read and discuss a story about an overworked king who must handle all the tasks of government. Students give a description of the three functions of government. They create a job description for lawmakers, executives, and judges.

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the judicial branch, the three branches of government, the legislative branch, the executive branch

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executive, governement, judicial, legislative, social studies
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
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