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Help students learn more about how the government works with this United States Government Bundle. With the U.S. Constitution Notebooking Journal – Deluxe Edition, students have the opportunity to take a closer look at the entire U.S. Constitution, a few sections at a time. Space is given for students to record their answers to dozens of questions about the articles and amendments. In the Race to the Oval Office Board Game, you can find out which player’s knowledge of government, history, and the electoral process will win them the electoral votes needed to reach the Oval Office. The Does Every Vote Count? Unit Study looks at the electoral process from the ground up, starting with local elections and working up to the presidential election. With the Chief Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court Notebooking Journal, students have the opportunity to investigate the 17 men who have served as the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court and record key information about each one. See a preview of each title at the links below.

Does Every Vote Count? Unit Study: Everyone always gets excited during a presidential election, but does it really matter who you elect as mayor? Does who the President appoint to the Cabinet affect your daily life? The answers might surprise you. This four-week unit study looks at the electoral process from the ground up, starting with local elections and working up to the presidential election. We’ll look at what impact various elected offices have on our day-to-day lives, what various offices are responsible, and much more. This unit study is designed for older students who enjoy independent study and thoughtful consideration of the questions presented. It consists of four smaller units: local, state, federal, and Supreme Court. Each smaller unit can be completed over the course of one week or less. The unit focuses on history and social studies but also incorporates math, art, health, and language arts. 23 pages total.

Race to the Oval Office: In Race to the Oval Office, you’ll find out which player’s knowledge of government, history, and the electoral process will win them the electoral votes needed to reach the Oval Office. The game includes 210 trivia questions, 51 state cards, 4 sets of 51 player tokens, and a printable board. Perfect for two players; variations are included for 3 or more players. Designed for upper elementary through high school students. 29 pages total.

U.S. Constitution Notebooking Journal – Deluxe Edition: With the U.S. Constitution Notebooking Journal – Deluxe Edition, students have the opportunity to take a closer look at the entire U.S. Constitution, a few sections at a time. Space is given for students to record their answers to dozens of questions about the articles and amendments. This deluxe notebooking journal also includes the full text of the U.S. Constitution. Many of the answers to the questions can be found in the text itself, but some require minimal independent research. 100 pages total.

Chief Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court Notebooking Journal: With the Chief Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court Notebooking Journal, students have the opportunity to investigate the 17 men who have served as the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Space is given for students to record the date and place of birth, date and place of death (if deceased), President appointed by, dates served as Chief Justice, major decisions, and interesting facts about the individual. Leaders include John Jay through John Roberts. 20 pages total.