Who Represents You? The Bicameral Structure of the Legislative Branch

In this lesson plan, students take on the responsibility of determining how people should be represented. After working collaboratively to determine representation based on a fictional scenario, students learn about the structure of the legislative branch as defined by Article I of the Constitution. Finally, students respond to synthesis questions regarding the legislative structure, the Founders’ motives, and their own perspective on representation.
Resource ID#: 199974 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: lesson plan, social studies, Constitution, Article I, legislative branch, Congress, House of Representatives, Senate, representation, bicameral, civics
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Video/Audio/Animation
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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