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How Can Groups Make Decisions?

K-5
One class period
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Learning Objectives

  • Describe some ways leaders are chosen
  • Identify ways to make an informed decision
  • Analyze primary source information
  • Use evidence to answer the question, “How do groups make decisions?”
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Overview

Historians explore. In this lesson, students will explore how groups make decisions. Charged with the task of choosing how to plan an activity for the entire class, students will vote, tally, and recount votes. They will learn about the concept of the common good and the importance of being an informed voter. They will use this information to help answer the mystery question: “How do groups make decisions?”

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ELA/Literacy
History Connection
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Primary Source
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