By Greg Timmons. Cooperative active-learning lessons and
simulations take students deep into the workings of U.S.
government and its relationship to citizens. The ten lessons in
Volume I concern the structure of government and cover topics
such as the roots and principles of democracy, the three
branches, checks and balances, federalism, and constitutional
rights. The six lessons in Volume II focus on foreign policy,
bureaucracy, civic involvement, and politics. Each lesson
includes a historical background essay, activity-specific
handouts (including graphic organizers), word banks, complete
procedures, and assessments. CD-ROMs include the entire volumes
in pdf format. Lessons run from three to four class periods, and
all may stand alone. Grades 7–12. 8½" x 11". Interact.
Approximately 150 pages each. ©2010–11. View sample pages from
Volume I (pdf format; will open in a separate window) View
sample pages from Volume II (pdf format; will open in a separate
window)