Lesson Plan

Why Don’t More People in the U.S. Vote?

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To vote or not to vote, that is the question. Secondary scholars explore voter turnout in the United States. The resource uses informational text, group discussion, and  a worksheet to help academics understand hindrances to voting and the history of voter turnout. Young historians also participate in an engaging activity that polls the voting habits of local citizens. 

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CCSS: Designed
Concepts
the voting rights act, voting, voting rights, citizenship, american democracy, democracy, democratic values, representative democracy, political science, political systems, american politics, politics, governments, government systems, government regulation, american history
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Additional Tags
social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a class voting station and record how many pupils remember to vote each day
  • Have learners create a campaign encouraging young people to vote
Classroom Considerations
  • Additional information on voter regulation may be needed for some age levels 
Pros
  • Resource includes family and community participation
  • The lesson promotes active citizenship
Cons
  • None