Getting Involved: How Can You Participate in Representative Government?
In this lesson, students examine the different ways people can participate in representative government through class discussions, group work, and investigation of primary and secondary sources. Students create commercials that inform viewers how to get involved in representative government.
(3 classes)

Making Your Views Known: Writing a Letter to Congress
In this lesson, students read sample letters to Congress, choose an issue of concern in the nation, and write their own letters to a Congressperson.
(4 classes)

Economics and Geography: Uncle Jed's Barbershop
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the historical development and current status of economic principles, institutions, and processes needed to be effective citizens, consumers, and workers in American society.

A Good Citizen
This link provides a working definition of the word "civics."  In this activity, students will list some of the qualities, duties, and responsibilities of a good citizen. In addition, they will discuss the naturalization process and evaluate American attitudes toward immigrants.

Responsibilities of Citizens
This site lists the responsibilities of citizens of the United States.
 

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