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US & American History Constitutional Amendments Activities & Writing Worksheets

By The Magical Avocado

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This bundle includes multiple ways for students to engage with and critically think about the Amendments to the US Constitution.

Specifically, this bundle includes:

  • 3 Constitutional Amendments Maze Activities (and answer keys)
  • 8 Constitutional Amendments Writing Prompts
  • Constitutional Amendments Cut and Paste (and answer key)
  • Bill of Rights in My Own Words Worksheet

And the 90 Second Social Studies Amendments Bundle

  • My Amendments Notebook
  • 90 Second Social Studies Presentation Template
  • Teaching Guide (teacher reference guide, student sign up sheet, two presentation rubrics)

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This bundle can be used for:

  • First Week Activities
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  • Review
  • Homework
  • Subplans
  • Anywhere you want to teach or review the Constitutional Amendments
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Introduction to Civics and Government Passage & Activities- NO PREP!

By Holly O'Hara

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the social studies disciplines of civics and government!


THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

  • Introduction to the Study of Civics and Government Passage (3 pages)
  • 15 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 5 Short Answer Questions
  • 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
  • Answer Keys
  • Link to Digital Version

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NEW! World International Organizations Carousel— Geography, Government, Civics

By Geography & Math Made Easy

This engaging lesson introduces students to World International Organizations and can be used in geography, civics, and government. It incorporates both Non-governmental (NGOs) and Intergovernmental (IGOs) — such as UNESCO, United Nations, World Health Organization**, Mercy Ships**, and more — explaining how they play a significant role in shaping global connections. These international organizations, such as the Doctors Without Borders, World Trade Organization, and World Bank, work to maintain peace, promote human rights, ensure economic stability, and address pressing issues like climate change, economic development, and poverty on a global scale. By learning about these organizations, students gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of our world and the importance of collaboration among nations. As an enrichment activity, students will be asked to work together to create an international organization to solve a world issue.

This lesson incorporates an introduction game, a carousel activity and task cards, a review game, task cards, and an enrichment activity**.** This lesson can easily be modified for shorter class periods and time restraints or needs.

Focuses on the Following International Organizations:

  • NGOs vs IGOs
  • Red Cross
  • World Trade Organization (WTO)
  • North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
  • Mercy Ships
  • World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
  • Human Rights Watch Organization (HRW)
  • World Health Organization (WHO)
  • United Nations (UN)
  • World Bank
  • United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  • European Union (EU)
  • International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières)
  • Save the Children

INCLUDES:

  • Teacher Detailed Instructions
  • Teacher Answer Guild
  • International Organization Matching Guessing Game Cards Introducation Game This is to introduce the various organizations students will be learning.
  • World International Organizations Student Foldable Guide Book for the carousel activity. Print on both sides and fold for a saddle stitch book. The instructor may print one per student or one per group — teacher’s discretion.
  • World International Organization Carousel Station Cards laminate for future use.
  • Create an International Organization Cooperative Group Activity for students to demonstrate higher-level thinking skills and their understanding of the purposes of NGOs and IGOs.
  • World International Organization Review Gam

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Writing Activities 10 Kids Who Changed the World

By Beth Hammett

Expository and creative writings abound with these real life, fact based connections to ELA, history, and science! Fun, creative, and educational, yet uses critical thinking skills to introduce 10 Kids Who Changed the World through coloring format handouts with 20 writing activities. Kids: Ryan Hreljac, Ryan's Well Foundation for clean water for kids Malala Yousafzai, education for girls in Pakistan Ryan White, HIV/AIDS foundation for kids Anne Frank, Holocaust author Louis Braille, inventor of Braille Olivia Hallisey, inventor of new Ebola virus vaccine Jacob Barnett, expanded Einstein's Theory of Relativity & founder of Jacob's Place for kids with autism Cassandra Lin, inventor of process for recycling cooking oil for heat David Zhao, creator of Instruments for Change Alexandra Scott, Alex's Lemonade Stand for kids with cancer Writing Handouts Include: genre explanations advertising blog writing Braille writing brainstorming activities charts for business writing and KWL cause and effect writing diary writing informative writing governmental act writing letter writing listing marketing medical/business flow chart personal narrative writing persuasive writing poetry writing secret code writing service learning project map symbolism using chronological/sequential/time order using transitions Fact Based, Real Life Topics Include: bullying benefits of.... business planning climate change community service communication skills goal setting and meeting goals handicap guidelines and regulations hobbies/talents ethical/moral choices, decisions, and outcomes government acts to improve quality of life influential people in students' lives personal strengths point of view of kids who changed the world sensitive medical topics: Asbergers, autism, bullying, cancer, HIV/AIDS, Holocaust service learning setting up a non-profit organization survival & techniques reflection on school and learning Excellent for across curriculum writing connections, discussions and debates, homeschool, flipped classes, teaching empathy, teaching real life application, introducing career and workforce connections, introducing service learning projects, and student assessment of writing genres and writing skills. Please note that sensitive topics are included in this lesson plan. Unique, unusual, and fun interactive writing assignments! Cooperative learning with an emphasis on social skills! Can be used with Christian based curriculums. Like this format for learning? Then, try: American Revolution Comic Book Writing Galveston Juneteenth Oklahoma Land Rush Texas History 1 & 2 Remember the Alamo Spindletop Gusher

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Young Voices: Eight Short Stories of Courage & Resilience 5-8

By Mark Holmes

Young Voices: Stories of Courage & Resilience in Conflict & Adversity

64 pages

Grade 5 to 8

All stories also available individually

Discover the resilience and hope of youth with our collection of eight short stories for grades 5 to 8, each set against the backdrop of global conflict and adversity. These narratives, ranging from a diary in the ruins of Gaza to unexpected friendships in Kashmir, offer a window into the impact of war on young lives. They capture the essence of innocence and the unyielding human spirit, providing a poignant exploration of loss, tradition, and the strength found in family and friendship bonds amidst turmoil.

Our carefully curated anthology spans from the streets of Sarajevo to the tense borders of East Ukraine and beyond, bringing to light the often-overlooked experiences of children in war-torn environments. These authentic tales not only confront the harsh realities of violence but also weave threads of hope, suggesting paths toward healing and peace. This collection is a profound reminder of our shared humanity and the vital importance of nurturing and listening to the world's youth, who carry the promise of a brighter, more united future.

Each story comes with a set of probing and thought-provoking questions.

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Stories

Iqbal & Yasmin: A Kashmiri Story

● A Kashmiri boy starts a cricket league to bring together youth from opposing

sides and provide hope in the midst of conflict.

Mykhala & Daniela: Slava Ukraini

● Two girls driven from their homes in Ukraine find friendship and purpose in

creating a bird sanctuary, becoming symbols of resilience and peace.

Kiribati: Rising Tides, Resilient Hearts

● Two girls from the island nation of Kiribati find strength in their bond as their

community is forced to leave their sinking homeland.

Irene’s Steps: A Story from the Troubles in Northern Ireland

● An unlikely friendship between a Catholic girl and a Protestant boy in Northern

Ireland during the Troubles helps bridge divides through their school project

sharing personal stories.

Beyond the Horizon: A Mexican Tale

● Four friends from Mexico undertake the perilous journey across the border,

driven by hopes for a better future.

Echoes of Hope: The Children of Sarajevo

● Children create an oasis of hope and resistance through education and art during the Siege of Sarajevo.

Gaza Diary: Shadows of Hope

● A young girl in Gaza chronicles her family's daily struggles for survival and

glimpses of hope amidst the cycles of war devastating her community.

The Day the World Changed: 9/11

● Two NYC teenagers find purpose helping their community cope with the

aftermath of 9/11, gaining resilience amidst tragedy.

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General Learning Objectives for Deep by Design Stories

Understanding Conflict: The material offers insights into the dynamics of territorial conflicts and their ramifications for those caught in the crossfire.

Effects of War or Conflict on Youth: The content underlines the deep-seated impact of hostilities on the mental and physical health of children and adolescents.

Resilience and Hope: Through character experiences, the narrative highlights the

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Cultural Insight: The text provides a window into the complexities of a region's culture and the intense obstacles its inhabitants endure.

Human Rights: The narrative serves as a primer for dialogues concerning the

safeguarding of civilians and the enforcement of human rights in times of strife.

Peacebuilding: The book promotes an investigation into the adoption of nonviolent strategies for mitigating disputes and fostering reconciliation at the community level.

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Four Corners | Mini Debate Activity | Fun Friday Activity Game |DIGITAL RESOURCE

By Perfectly Planned Designs

Teacher burnout begone!!! You AND your students will love this fun activity! Perfect as icebreakers for those in-between days during back to school when you don't have anything planned. This Four Corners Mini Debate Activity is a great no-prep activity that you can use any time of year for a fun, engaging activity that your students will LOVE!

Students will love moving around the room as you click through the 35 debatable topics - mostly controversial, but some are silly as well! This is perfect for middle school/high school, but teachers are encouraged to preview the statements and skip over any which you feel are too controversial for your student population. (I definitely stayed away from the most controversial topics).

►You will love this well-organized activity that allows students to voice their opinions, defend their positions, and even learn something new!

►The printable Reflection Sheet will allow them to reflect on the ideas presented, and asks them to discuss two issues that they may have changed their stance on after the debate and the reasons why. This is an activity I use in my classroom every year and I know your students will love it!

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INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:

  • 35 Statements (Google Slides)

  • Includes a Blank Editable Slide

  • 5 Printable Classroom Signs

  • Student Reflection Sheet

STUDENT GUIDELINES FOR USING THIS RESOURCE:

►If you agree with the statement, move to the side of the room labeled “Agree” or “strongly agree.” If you disagree, move to the side of the room labeled, “Disagree” or “strongly disagree.” If you’re not sure how you feel about the topic yet, move to the side of the room labeled, “Undecided.” (I typically have "undecided" students stand in the middle and hang the other posters in the four corners of the room.)

***Students should be prepared to defend their position even if they’re undecided.


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Student Rights Current Event Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle

By More Lessons Less Planning

This comprehensive bundle equips teens with essential knowledge about their legal rights and responsibilities in various real-world scenarios. Through engaging reading passages, case studies, role-playing exercises, and critical thinking questions, students explore crucial topics like:

  • Traffic Stops & Police Interactions: Understand your rights when pulled over, learn how to handle searches, and practice asserting yourself politely.
  • School Searches & Privacy: Discover what constitutes "reasonable suspicion" for searches, explore differences between backpack & locker searches, and analyze student vs. teacher rights.
  • Digital Privacy & Phone Rights: Delve into the Fourth Amendment and digital privacy, learn how to protect your data, and practice denying unwarranted access to electronic devices.
  • Arrest & Legal Rights: Understand Miranda rights, the right to remain silent, and how to effectively navigate arrest situations.
  • Street Stops & Your Rights: Learn when police can stop you, what they can ask, and how to assert your rights respectfully.
  • Peaceful Protest & Activism: Explore the boundaries of free speech and assembly, differentiate legal protest from unlawful activity, and learn how to interact with police during demonstrations.
  • Social Media & Online Privacy: Understand the Fourth Amendment and online privacy concerns, learn about location tracking and data collection, and practice adjusting privacy settings.
  • Unfair Profiling & Discrimination: Define racial profiling, discuss safe responses to biased stops, and explore resources for reporting discrimination.
  • Bystander Intervention & Police Misconduct: Learn how to safely document police interactions, understand when to intervene or observe, and practice responsible reporting of misconduct.
  • Curfew Laws & Teen Rights: Explain local curfew ordinances and potential consequences, explore exceptions and alternative activities for late-night hours.

Each activity-packed reading comprehension worksheet includes:

  • Engaging text with real-life examples and case studies
  • Multiple choice, short answer, and open-ended questions
  • Clear and concise answer key
  • Role-playing activities and discussion prompts
  • Opportunities for critical thinking and personal reflection

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand key legal rights and responsibilities in various situations.
  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Practice respectful communication and assertive responses.
  • Increase awareness of potential biases and discrimination.
  • Learn how to navigate difficult situations safely and responsibly.

Common Core Standards:

  • Reading: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, RI.8.4, RI.8.5, RI.8.6, RI.8.7, RI.8.8, RI.8.9, RI.8.10

  • Writing: W.8.1, W.8.2, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.6, W.8.9, W.8.10

  • Speaking & Listening: SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3, SL.8.4

  • Civics: SS.8.C.1.1, SS.8.C.1.2, SS.8.C.3.1, SS.8.C.3.2, SS.8.C.3.3

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Child Labor: Compare Industrial Era to Present Day

By Sarah Austin

This lesson involves having students examine the impacts of the Industrial Era in the United States with a specific focus on child labor. It is recommended that students will have explored, to some degree, the Industrial era prior to this lesson. This resource will prompt students to analyze social activist Lewis Hines' photographs that depict the various jobs and working conditions that children experienced. The Slide Presentation is interactive, problem posing, and vicariously draws the students into the lives of the children of the Industrial era.

Optional Extension Activity: Students compare and contrast the child labor of the Industrial era with the child labor that exists today. A 22 minute documentary film titled 'Zoned for Slavery: The Child Behind the Label' supplements this lesson.

This lesson includes:

  • Slide Presentation [59 Slides]
  • Student Guided Notes
  • Venn Diagram Handout

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NEW! Geography — A Safe Pace to Land Push & Pull Human Migration

By Geography & Math Made Easy

This is a comprehensive lesson on the reasons for migration and how push and pull factors play a part in the process. Students will watch a PowerPoint on Migration and participate in a group reading activity. As a group students will explore a time in history when people migrated based on economic, social, political, environmental, and demographic reasons based on Ravenstein’s 7 Laws of Migration.

OBJECTIVES:

  • The learner will understand how migration impacts society.
  • The learner will understand how and why people migrate internally and internationally.
  • The learner will examine migration throughout history, examining the push and pull factors of migration.
  • The learner will become familiar with the five influences of push and pull factors.
  • The learner will become familiar with who Ravenstein was and his 7 Laws of Migration.

MATERIALS:

  • Introduction Activity: Watch the Human Migration PowerPoint
  • Teacher guide to PowerPoint
  • A Safe Place to Land Group Reading Activity (Included)
  • A Safe Place to Land Comprehension Research Activity Migration Cards. Find a time in history when people migrated based on economic, social, political, environmental and demographic reasons
  • Online access for research for each group
  • A Safe Place to Land Character Analysis and Peer Teaching (Included)
  • A Safe Place to Land Migration Cards (Front and back - Included)
  • Ravenstein’s 7 Laws of Migration Chart (Included) + a way to display it for the class
  • Timer for peer teaching activity.

PREPARATION:

  • A Safe Place to Land Group Reading Activity (suggest one per group member to be used throughout the day with other classes.)
  • Cut, glue (front to back), laminate and place in a paper bag cards for the drawing.
  • Paper bag for the drawing Comprehension Research Activity
  • Print A Safe Place to Land Character Analysis and Peer Teaching, one per group.
  • Print Safe Place to Land Migration Cards, enough for one card per student.
  • Print off Ravenstein’s 7 Laws of Migration Chart.

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  • Detailed Teacher Instruction
  • An Introduction
  • The procedure which includes the Reading Activity, Game, and Character Analysis
  • Closure activity

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Analyzing the Declaration of Independence & U.S. Constitution

By Sarah Austin

This lesson involves having students identify the basic principles and grievances of the Declaration of Independence, as well as exploring the conception of the 'Articles of Confederation' and the 'Constitution of the United States'. Students will demonstrate their interpretation of excerpts of the Declaration of Independence in a hands-on activity.

The provided slide presentation is a primary based resource that is designed to engage the students in the learning process. Full of colorful images, intertwined with problem posing questions, discussion, and a variety of engaging video clips, students will be invited to closely examine and understand the historical interconnections between the 'Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the U.S. Constitution.

A wrap-up, thought-provoking activity includes having students work in pairs and analyze a fictitious country and its' governing laws. This activity serves as a critical discussion piece in prompting students to understand the complexities and ethical considerations in creating laws that govern a country.

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  • 45 Slide Presentation
  • Guided Notes Student Handout
  • Activity Handout: Interpreting the Declaration of Independence
  • Activity Handout: Creating a Government 'Pelonia'

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World Geography: Three Gorges Dam Triumphs and Tragedy + PowerPoint

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Have your student explore the largest hydroelectric power dam in the world located in China!

Students will explore the positives and negatives of solutions to China's environmental issues. Your student will be engaged and intrigued by the details surrounding the Three Gorges Dam through this motivating Asia geography mini-lesson. This lesson teaches beyond the facts about the Three Gorges Dam and will encourage higher-level thinking, along with teamwork to lead students to understand the triumphs (benefits) & tragedies (costs) of China's Three Gorges Dam.

China's government believed it would solve many of its pollution, flooding, trading, transportation, and energy problems, but over time, China's government realized it also led to tragedy for many Chinese citizens. This lesson will make a great impact and help your students explore the geographical, economic, and social aspects of Chinese culture surrounding the Three Gorges Dam.

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  • Teacher Detailed Instructions
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Suggested Articles for Group Collaborative Reading
  • Optional: Suggested Links to Videos
  • Acronym Comprehension Activity

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Presidents & World Leaders Around The World — Geography, Government, Civics

By Geography & Math Made Easy

A Fun Semi-Silent Carousel Activity & PowerPoints to Engage Your Students!

Studying presidents and world leaders throughout the world is important because it allows us to understand the impact individuals can have on society and history. By examining the decisions and actions of past and current leaders, we can learn valuable lessons about leadership through this semi-silent carousel activity.

This is an engaging President's Day or world government activity on world leaders for geography, civic, and other social studies classrooms. Students get involved in the learning process and will learn about 15 presidents & leaders (past & present) around the world to understand the place. This can be used as an introductory before or wrap-up lesson following a World Governments unit. Students will recognize world leaders and understand how they played an important part in government and managing their countries — in both positive and negative ways.

(This lesson is easily modified for time restraints. Simply, choose fewer leaders to cover or remove one of the games. Can be modified for middle school and high school geography and history classrooms.)

PRESIDENTS & LEADERS INCLUDED:

  • John F. Kennedy - USA
  • Nelson Mandela - South Africa
  • Joseph Stalin - Soviet Union
  • Adolph Hitler - Germany
  • Mao Zedong - China
  • Vigdís Finnbogadóttir - Iceland
  • Barack Obama - USA
  • Mustafa Kemal Atatürk - Turkey
  • Leonid Makarovych Kravchuk - Ukraine
  • Kim Jong Un - North Korea
  • Fidel Castro - Cuba
  • Omar Al Bashir - Sudan
  • Prathibha Devisingh Patil - India
  • Vladimir Putin - Russia
  • Rishi Sunak - United Kingdom

LESSON INCLUDES:

  • Introduction PowerPoint Game
  • Procedure Semi-Silent Carousel Activity
  • 15 Carousel Cards
  • Review PowerPoint Game
  • Exit Cards
  • and More!

☑ For secondary — middle school and high school students

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OTHER RESOURCES YOU MAY LIKE:

✧ Additional Government-Focused Geography & History Resources

✧ The Ukrainian Crises of 2022: Vladimir vs. Volodymyr

✧ Is Our Government System Fair?

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Types of Government — What If Governments Had Superheroes? + PowerPoint

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Similar to world government systems, superheroes have limited and unlimited powers. What if your government had a superhero? What would he/she look like? Would they use their powers for good or for evil?

For secondary, middle school, and high school students.

Through this secondary geography concepts lesson on government types, students will participate in a World Government PowerPoint presentation and listening guide. Students will be assigned a type of world government and will analyze its strengths, weaknesses, and their assigned government's character. Students will work cooperatively to create a superhero to represent their world government type. Students will have a deeper grasp of types of government and how they function.

INCLUDES
• What if Governments Had Superheroes PowerPoint or Keynote Presentation (Both Versions Included)
• Presentation Listening Guide
• A Pair of Dice (2) for the Cliffhanger Game
• Government Cliffhanger Card Game
• Government Assignment Cards • Sample Student Copy: Create a
Government Superhero Planning Guide
• Blank Student Copy: Create Government Superhero Planning Guide
• Butcher Paper and Art Supplies for the Superhero Drawing and Diagram

• Optional: Sticky Notes for Sticky Note Storm
• Scoring Rubric

GOVERNMENT TYPES

  • Direct Democracy vs. Representative Democracy
  • Absolute Monarchy vs Constitutional Monarchy
  • Oligarchy vs Communism
  • Anarchy
  • Theocracy
  • Republic

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✧ World Government Resources

✧ World Economies Resources

✧ World Cultures & World Religions Resources

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