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Let's Vote! US Civics for Homeschoolers With Aunt Sam
Aunt Sam Homeschooler Storyteller BA
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(338)
Your voice matters! Engage in this dynamic 6-week unit study exploring the U.S. Government. Prepare for debates, discussions, and your very own simulated Election. Seize the opportunity to make a difference and impact the future.
Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
How are Presidents elected? Why do we have Judges? What does Congress do? Who lives in the House? Join Aunt Sam as we answer these questions, investigate the US Government and learn about the Election Process. The class involves activities, Power Points, songs and discussion. Presidents wear different "hats," so instructions are provided to make some hats that Presidents have worn. I will wear my hat in class. We have break-out rooms, where small groups will discuss the topics of the lesson....
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1History of the Election Process - It's Greek to me!• What does it mean to Vote? • Where was the First Election? • Instructions for Laurel Wreath Hat (need construction paper)Week 2Lesson 2Branches of Government - Who's in charge of what?• What is the Legislative Branch? Who are your Representatives/Senators? • What is the Purpose of our Judicial System? Executive Branch? • Learn the Preamble in Sign Language • Wear your for Tricorn hat (Instructions included in the classroom.)Week 3Lesson 3Presidents - So You Want to be President?• What does the President do? • What is a Party? • What is a Presidential Debate? • Select a favorite President • Your student's polls will pick Topics to cover in the Debates • Wear your Army Cap (Instructions included in the classroom, Newspaper needed.)Week 4Lesson 4Electoral College - Does my vote count?• What is the Electoral College? • Wear your Top Hat (Instructions included in the classroom, Oatmeal container, paper plate needed.) • Discuss topics for the DebatesWeek 5Lesson 5Debates - What's my opinion?• Students will take turns debating previously choses topics from the Polls. (This week’s hat is a simple Cowboy hat out of construction paper or paper plate.)Week 6Lesson 6Let's Vote: ELECTION DAY and PRESENTATION DAY• Review through a Kahoot quiz • Come wearing a Hat or Costume looking like your Favorite President for your Presentation (explained previously in class)
- Students will gain a basic understanding of: History of the Election Process Branches of the United States Government Purpose of Elections Also, students will improve and practice listening, attention and focus skills Retell some story facts and events, discuss different events and how they effect our nation. Answer basic comprehension questions and present ideas from the topics discussed.
I have taught this class to my own children in our homeschool. I graduated in theater and love adding role-play to the lessons. The projects are fun, interesting and informative! Welcome to the class!
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Simple weekly assignments will be provided in the classroom.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Discuss and share what is learned with family
The Supply List will be provided in the classroom the week before the lesson is taught.
Joined April, 2020
5.0
338reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Washington Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Brigham Young University
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Group Class
$16
weekly or $95 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Completed by 65 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-6 learners per class
