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Government Common Core W.1.1 resources
Government Leaders: Mayor, Governor, President - 1st & 2nd Social Studies
Government Leaders - "Elementary Insider" is a fun way to present social studies & science topics for 1st - 2nd grade students in a newspaper format. This edition's focus is on government leaders: mayors, governors, & the president. It also includes other topics: Map: State & City, The Current Government Leaders, The White House, & ElectionsPages:1-2: Newspaper3: Comprehension Questions4: Text Features Match5: Elected Leaders - Voting Chart Results with Questions (Tally Marks &am
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1st - 2nd
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Also included in: Informational Text - Social Studies & Science Topics
Writing Prompts for Presidents Day, Election Day, or Anytime You're Studying USA
Here are a couple of writing prompts for Presidents Day, Election Day or any time children are studying US presidents!Why use Presidents Writing Prompts? Studies show students are drawn to novelty, including special days. Both writing prompts are related to US presidents, and are perfect for Presidents Day, Election Day, or any time the students are studying presidents.How it works: After a study of US presidents, children can be given either of the writing prompts to share their knowledge of p
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2nd - 4th
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1st Grade: Roles of Public Officials
Get this supplemental resource to help your students identify and describe the roles of public officials. The following public officials are covered: president, governor, mayor, and city council members.*Please click on the preview to see more of the product.This resource includes the following:1 Public Officials Anchor Chart/Reference Chart1 City Council Members Reading Comprehension Passage with Answer Key1 The Mayor Reading Passage with Answer Key1 The Governor Reading Passage with Answer Key
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1st
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Also included in: 1st Grade: Rules and Laws Bundle
Duck for President Comprehension Kit
Teach election and having a voice at a great level for your students! Duck for President is one of my favorite texts. This Comprehension Kit has a variety of activities to use in your classroom. Activities included in this kit are aligned to first grade CCSS. The activities could also be used in the second grade classroom. Kindergarten classrooms may be able to complete the activities whole group, or complete the ballot voting activity. Activities Include:-sequencing (2 versions-- all text and t
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1st - 2nd
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Kdg/1st Social Studies | Our Community: Civics and Government Lesson
This is a 1 hour, lightly scripted, Social Studies lesson, perfect for Kindergarten or 1st Grade students. It answers the Essential Question: What are the functions of a governing society?Students will:Learn what a community is and the people that help run it.Create a community.Write descriptive examples and draw pictures that describe the role of specific community helpers.Addresses the Civics K-2 subject: Explain how all people, not just official leaders, play important roles in a community.**
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K - 1st
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Social Studies 1st Grade: 3 Branches of Government, Voting, American Symbols - 4
Imagine introducing your students to the captivating world of elections, branches of the government, American symbols, and holidays in the United States. Prepare to ignite your first and second graders' passion for American Government with our captivating Social Studies unit – a must-have resource that's not only comprehensive but also requires zero prep and includes built-in differentiation!Immerse your students in a dynamic exploration of essential American Government topics, from the intricac
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K - 2nd
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Pledge of Allegiance, Rules, Community Helpers, 1st Grade Word Search - 2
Picture this: A comprehensive unit that seamlessly weaves together crucial topics such as the pledge of allegiance, the significance of rules, ways students can contribute both at school and at home, character traits, and the invaluable role of community helpers. Elevate your Social Studies curriculum effortlessly with this remarkable unit designed exclusively for first and second graders! Immerse your students in a captivating exploration that not only covers a spectrum of standards but also re
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K - 2nd
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Celebrate Heroes A USA Themed Activity for September 11th or Any Day
Looking for an alternative to honoring September 11th for the little ones?Why use Celebrate Heroes A USA Themed Activity for September 11th or Any Day? Celebrate Heroes: September 11th can be a tough day to honor with little ones By using this discussion and writing prompt, it has been a success in my classroom. How it works: After a discussion on what a hero is and what a hero isn't, the children can write about their own heroes. See THIS blog post for more information.What's included: There a
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K - 4th
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Grace or Duck for President? Democracy/Voting Opinion Writing Unit 2nd Grade
This 6 day mini opinion writing unit is a great way to promote engagement and creativity through the fun of writing! Students are able to feel involved and excited about their writing as they persuade their classmates and fellow voters to vote for their preferred candidate - Grace or Duck. Use this unit on its own or with a social studies unit on democracy, government, and voting. Perfect for first or second grade classrooms. Includes pacing guide, T-chart comprehension activity, brainstorm page
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K - 3rd
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Mock Class Election
Mock Class Election!This product includes color and black and white speech printables on two candidates. Meet Juan and Kelly and learn about their platforms in your classroom. Introduce the two candidates whole group or split students in groups and have them present as the candidates by reading and discussing the speeches. Then have students illustrate the campaign posters for each candidate. Students will vote for their preferred candidate with the provided ballot and then write about the candi
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PreK - 3rd
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US Symbols and Landmarks Activities
Looking for fun ways to help your primary students learn about and understand U.S. Symbols? The United States recognizes many patriotic symbolizations which remind us of the individualism, inventiveness, and freedom that make our country so wonderful. This is the perfect supplement to your curriculum or use as a stand-alone resource. Teaching suggestions with multiple and varied options make it all easy. Included are enough activities and ideas for one to two weeks of study. My students love the
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1st - 3rd
Also included in: American Symbols | President's Day | Leader Roles | Voting BUNDLE
If I were President writing activity
Great creative writing activity to use during President's Day, an upcoming election week, or learning about the branches of government.
Includes main idea and details graphic organizer for prewriting activity as well as a sheet of story writing paper with title at the top ("If I were president...").
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1st - 4th
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USA Themed Paper for Writer's Workshop and Written Reports and Projects
Use this writing paper for any of these patriotic holidays or whenever you are studying the USA: Constitution Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, or Independence Day.Why use USA Themed Paper for Writer's Workshop and Written Reports and Projects? The United States celebrates several holidays throughout the year. The children will feel proud to write about their country on special days with this paper.How it works: The teacher can run off paper appropriate for
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1st - 3rd
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Pizza Party Voting
Need a fun and easy way to introduce your students to the concept of voting and elections? Here's a pizza party simulation in which your students will get the chance to cast a ballot, explain their choice, and understand the importance of having a voice. Enjoy!
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K - 2nd
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