Why Vote?

In this lesson plan, students will explore the purpose of voting and how it impacts their community. The lesson's warm-up examines voting in a classroom to elicit student prior knowledge. The next activity allows students to learn more about the voting process through a "gallery walk." The concluding activity requires students to put their knowledge into action by creating a poster to encourage people to vote. 
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 3
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: voting, community, impact, lesson plan, civics, consent, government, vote, election
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Guided Inquiry (Level 3), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades K-5

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