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Where Do I Go When I Want To Make a Change?

K-5
Multiple sessions
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Learning Objectives

  • Analyze a scenario for change and match it to the level of government where decisions are made.
  • Use knowledge of the three levels of government to identify  who has the power to address given strategies.
  • Discuss and support reasons to explain: “Where do I go when I want to make change?”
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Overview

Historians compare and contrast. In this lesson, students will learn the difference between national, state, and local government. They will explore what levels of government are responsible for various issues. They will be able to provide an explanation when answering the mystery question: "Where do I go when I want to make a change?"

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