Lesson Plan

The Fourth Branch: You!

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Take time to remind your young learners of the valuable understanding that each branch of the United States government is really composed of other citizens. The reading material and worksheets of this resource cover the importance of citizens and their communication with their representatives. 

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Pros
  • Reviews roles of executive, legislative, and judicial branch
  • Includes optional follow-up activity involving identifying and/or contacting local and state representatives
Cons
  • Worksheet activities are fairly basic, and therefore may be best suited for younger learners