National Geographic Civics and Citizenship, Student Edition

9780357997666

Overview

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CIVICS AND CITIZENSHIP for middle school brings a fresh perspective to what it means to be a citizen. It engages students in a discussion of citizenship, the history behind the core principles of American civics, and how the U.S. systems of local, state and federal government function. Dynamic, current content is enhanced by relevant and relatable photographs and features. A strong National Geographic presence takes shape through photographer profiles, adapted articles and visuals. Stunning images, maps, primary sources and document-based questions appeal to all types of learners. Cross Curricular Learning Lessons on geography, economics, history and culture connect diverse content strands to key topics of civics and citizenship. Active Options and Strategies for Differentiation Innovative activities get all learners moving and engaged, and tips for modifying instruction for a variety of student populations are provided to teachers. The Video Story A variety of civics- and government-related videos appear at point-of-use to enrich the classroom experience. College and Career Readiness Motivational essays and activities in every chapter help students consider “What comes next?” and help develop foundational skills such as leadership, organization, communication and group dynamics.

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Table of Contents

Introducing Project-Based Learning.
Introduction to Civics.

Unit 1: WE THE PEOPLE.
National Geographic Photographer Kenneth Garrett.
Civics at Work: Blueprints for Democracy.
1. Foundations for a New Government.
Civics Skill: Analyzing Primary and Secondary Sources.
2. Declaring Independence.
Civics Skill: Reading a Time Line.
3. The Constitution and Its Origins.
Civics Skill: Reading Diagrams and Flowcharts.
Unit 1 Inquiry Project and Beyond Civics.

Unit 2: CIVIC PARTICIPATION.
National Geographic Photographer Andrea Bruce.
Civics at Work: So You’re Going to Be a Voter.
4. Active Citizenship.
Civics Skill: Registering to Vote.
5. Individual Rights.
Civics Skill: Comparing Points of View.
6. Voting and the Electoral College.
Civics Skill: Reading an Election Map.
7. Politics, Media, and Public Policy.
Civics Skill: Understanding Propaganda.
Unit 2 Inquiry Project and Beyond Civics.

Unit 3: THE U.S. GOVERNMENT AND ITS LAWS.
National Geographic Photographer Kirsten Luce.
Civics at Work: Your National Parks.
8. A Constitutional Republic.
Civics Skill: Learning from Visuals.
9. How Government Works.
Civics Skill: Reading Informational Text.
10. Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches.
Civics Skill: Reading a Special-Purpose Map.
11. Sources and Types of Law.
Civics Skill: Decision Making.
12. Citizens and the Law.
Civics Skill: Reading Circle Graphs.
Unit 3 Inquiry Project and Beyond Civics.

Unit 4: THE UNITED STATES AND THE WORLD.
National Geographic Photographer David Guttenfelder.
Civics at Work: Changemakers Like You.
13. Federal, State, and Local Governments.
Civics Skill: Reading Tables and Charts.
14. The United States in a Changing World.
Civics Skill: Interpreting Political Cartoons.
Unit 4 Inquiry Project and Beyond Civics.

Unit 5: ECONOMICS.
National Geographic Photographer Gerd Ludwig.
Civics at Work: Getting Down to Work.
15. The Economic System.
Civics Skill: Conducting Internet Research.
16. The U.S. Economy.
Civics Skill: Distinguish Fact from Opinion.
17. The International Marketplace.
Civics Skill: Reading Bar Graphs.
Unit 5 Inquiry Project and Beyond Civics.

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