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Lesson 2: Your Local Government


Lesson 1: Presidents of the United States

 

NYS Learning Standards:

Students will use a variety of intellectual skills to demonstrate their understanding of major ideas, eras, themes, developments and turning points in U.S. history.

Objectives:

  • To become familiar with the achievements of the current president

  • To become familiar with how U.S. Presidents have helped shape the country over time

  • To recognize the significance of the Presidents Day holiday

Suggested Topics

  • The three branches of government
  • A Presidential time line
  • The laws surrounding elections and terms in office
  • A critical review of a particular presidency

Suggested Activities

  • Identify select Presidents’ impact on U.S. history
  • Research criteria for Presidential eligibility and process of election
  • Analyze the popular culture at the times when targeted Presidents were in office

Resources

  • Public library
  • Books:

    American Government: How It Works (U.S. Government Series Book 1) (High Noon)
    Government Language: A Survival Vocabulary (Globe Fearon Press)

Reinforcement:

Lesson 2: Your Local Government

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