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Paper cut-outs of the Republican elephant and the Democrat donkey

Teach Political Party Ideologies With This Fun Civics Project

Government & Civics

Even though the US’s largest political “party” by far is independents, Democrats and Republicans influence everything about how government in the US operates. It’s just a fact. That’s why it’s essential to cover them in your high school Civics & Government

9 Easy Civics PBL Project Ideas That Will Empower Your Students

Government & Civics

We call it Civics, not Government, class because its purpose is to instill a sense of citizen duty and participation, not just a memorization of concepts and amendments. Yet, in reality, how much of our class time is dedicated to allowing

Fun & Engaging Executive Branch Activity Ideas

Government & Civics

It’s easy to focus on just the President when teaching the Executive Branch, but it’s important also to stress the role of the four million other people who make up this branch of government. With a few targeted activities, though, you

President Biden signing an executive order

Fun Activities to Teach the Roles and Powers of the President

Government & Civics

Probably the most fundamental part of teaching the executive branch is the president's expressed and implied powers and all the roles they fulfill. But it’s a long list, and it can be tough to create a more creative lesson than just

Members of the Electoral College from WA State

5 Activities Ideas for Teaching the Electoral College

Government & Civics

Including the Electoral College in your civics and government class is essential. And since it’s a bit complicated, it’s a great topic to spend a few days on because there are so many ways to practice critical thinking and general

Legislative Branch Lesson Activity Ideas

13 Fun & Engaging Legislative Branch Lessons Ideas

Government & Civics

The legislative branch has a lot to cover and is always taught first, meaning it can easily take time away from teaching the other two branches. But with a few targeted activities, you can cover both the structure and powers of

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