Creating a Classroom Constitution

The teacher will present both Preambles of the US and FL Constitution worded in kid-friendly language. Students will identify the similarities and differences between both texts. Students will create a Classroom Constitution based on the perspectives of all students’ perspectives on appropriate laws and rules. Students will compare and contrast their classroom constitution to the US Constitution. 
Resource ID#: 207340 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): K, 1, 2
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Graphic organizers, Civics, Compare, Contrast
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Student Center Activity
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Writing to Learn, Argumentation, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Civics with ELA Lesson Plans- Grades K-5

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