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Students will explore the concept of federalism, from the powers held by the federal government to the powers reserved for the states. They will also learn about state government…
In this federalism lesson plan, students learn where the federal government gets its power and that government power in the United States is split between states and the federal…
Students discover that states have their own governments and powers separate from the federal government. They learn what those powers are, how they’re different from the federal…
States have their own governments, but what powers do they have, and where does that power come from? In this lesson, students will explore the nature of state power as…
Even before the Constitution was ratified, the relationship between state and federal power was unclear. Students will learn the source of that tension and why this tug-of-war has…
View the Constitution from the perspective of its foundational principles. Consider the Founders' intentions and the Constitution itself as you discover how the constitutional…
The U.S. government circulates a census every 10 years. This infographic will help your students know how to make it count.
In case of emergency, declare it! Help your students understand what it means when a state of emergency is declared with this printable infographic.
What do you know about the government's response to the coronavirus pandemic? Explore the actions and relationships between different levels of government as they figure out what…
County governments provide us with valuable services. In this lesson, students explore the many roles filled by their county government and the role of county governments in our…
The structure of the Constitution is built on three key principles: federalism, separation of powers, and checks and balances.
La estructura de la Constitución se basa en tres principios fundamentales: el federalismo, la separación de poderes y el sistema de controles y equilibrios. Involucre a todos sus…
Every state is different… and every state is the same! How can that be? Follow this WebQuest to find out about your state, its government, and its relationship to the U.S. government!
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