Founding Principles

In this lesson plan, students will learn about the governing principles that can be traced through America’s founding documents. Students will work independently or with a shoulder partner to demonstrate an understanding of the founding principles by completing a vocabulary Card Sort activity and a Primary Source Matching activity. There are six multiple choice questions on the Primary Source Matching activity to assess student understanding.

 
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: civics, lesson plan, founding principles, founding documents, The Founders, Enlightenment ideas, separation of powers, rule of law, individual rights, natural rights, Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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