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Catch a Clue
What will we learn about in our current unit?
Relatives and ancestorsOceans and landforms
Countries and continentsGovernment and democracy
Catch a Clue
Relatives and ancestors
Oceans and landforms
Countries and continents
1. We will not focus on bodies of water.
4. We will learn about the functions of our government.
3. We will not focus on where people live.
2. We will not focus on the past.
Government and democracy
U. S. GovernmentKey Learning: Our United States Government is a DemocracyUnit Essential Question: What is government and how does it work?
Created by: Suzi Heter, North Side Elementary
Concept Map
What is government? – KWL
Word Warm-Up
Which words might you expect to find while learning about government?
equator constitution state latitude
continent local executive legislative
judicial climate national capitol
You are a Member of Many Communities!
Where do you live?
Where do you live?
Your planet:
Your country:
Your state:
Your county:
Your city:
What is government?
What is government?
National Government
State Government
Local GovernmentDauphin County,
Lower Paxton Township
What type of government does the United States have?
The United States has a form of government called a democracy.
What is a democracy?
A democracy is a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people
and exercised directly by them or by their
elected agents under a free electoral system.
A democracy is a form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people
and exercised directly by them or by their
elected agents under a free electoral system.
Sharpen Your Word Skills
Noun: democracy, democracies
Noun: democrat, democrats
Adjective: democratic
Adverb: democratically
Democracy is the type of government practiced in the United States.
Mr. Smith is a registered democrat.
John F. Kennedy was a member of the democratic party.
We chose our new leader democratically.
What does a democracy mean to U.S. citizens?
What democracy means to U.S. Citizens.
How is our National Government Organized
The Government is divided into three branches:
The Legislative Branch
• What is the duty of the legislative branch of the U.S. government?
• What are its two parts?• How are members chosen?• How many senators and
representatives are sent from each state?
The Legislative Branch
• The Capitol Grounds A photo tour of the Capitol building grounds
• A View of the Capitol Building Outer views of the Capitol Building
• Inside the Capitol Building Photos of the inside of the Capitol Building
• Statuary Hall State Statues located in the Capitol Building
• Ben’s Guide: Branches of Government
The Executive Branch
• Who is in charge of the Executive branch of our government?
• Where does this leader live and work?• What is the function of the
Executive Branch?• What are four duties
of the President?
The Executive Branch
Video Tour of the Whitehouse
Record facts that you learn on the tour into your Whitehouse journal!
The Judicial Branch
• What are the leaders of the judicial branch called?
• What is the name of the highest court in the land?
• What is the function of the judicial system?
• How are the nine Supreme Court justices chosen?
The Judicial Branch
Photo tour of the Supreme Court Building in Washington, D.C.
Supreme Court Virtual Tour
How are State Governments Organized?
State Government
Executive Legislative Judicial
Leader: Governor
Departments of Health and Education
Senate and House of Representatives
or Assembly
State Supreme CourtLocal Courts
How are Local Governments Organized?
• County Governments• Board of Supervisors and Courts
• Local Governments• Town or city council• Mayor or City manager
Anticipation Guide
True or False?1. Government service is the work that people
do for the government in a community.2. One job of the health department is to offer
special programs for children in the summer.
3. Public schools and libraries are not the responsibility of community government.
4. Without the public works department a community might not have clean water.
5. People pay sales taxes on the land and buildings they own.
What Services do Local Governments Provide?
Community governments provide many services for its citizens.
Reading the Text
Group 1 – Safety and HealthGroup 2 – Public EducationGroup 3 – Parks and RecreationGroup 4 – Public WorksGroup 5 – Taxes Pay for Services
Directions: 1. Read the assigned section in your
group2. Prove whether or not the anticipation
guide statement is true or false. If false, correct the statement to make it true. If true, explain why the statement is true.
Anticipation Guide
True or False?1. Government service is the work that
people do for the government in a community.
Anticipation Guide
True or False?2. One job of the health department is
to offer special programs for children in the summer.
Anticipation Guide
True or False?3. Public schools and libraries are not
the responsibility of community government.
Anticipation Guide
True or False?4. Without the public works department
a community might not have clean water.
Anticipation Guide
True or False?5. People pay sales taxes on the land
and buildings they own.
What is Patriotism?
Patriotism is a feeling of pride that citizens have for their country.
What is a symbol?
The symbols of our country help us honor our heritage and think of the U.S. as a country of hope, freedom, and friendship.
Can you name any U.S. symbols?
The U.S. Flag
• What do the stars on the flag represent?
• What do the stripes on the flag represent?
• Why red, white, and blue?
• How many stars on the current US flag?
The Liberty Bell
• The Liberty Bell cracked the first time it was rung in 1753. A new bell was made but it, too, cracked!
• The Liberty Bell is on display near Independence Square in Phhiladelphia, PA
The Statue of Liberty
• Biggest birthday present the US ever received.
• Symbol of hope for freedom.
• France created the statue as a gift of friendship.
• Arrived in New York harbor on October 26, 1886
The Bald Eagle
• Represents freedom and power.
• Placed on Great Seal of our country in 1782.
What important documents helped to shape our government?
• Constitution• Checks and Balances• The Bill of Rights
How can citizens help to promote changes to the lives of others?
• Can you name any Americans who have worked to make life better for others?
• What risks have some people taken to secure freedom for themselves and others?
• Can you identify ordinary people who exemplify good citizenship?
Citizens Who Made a Difference
Citizen Born/Died Occupation Contribution
Thomas Jefferson 1743-1826 Third president, vice-president, secretary of state, member of congress, governor of VA
Worked hard for freedom of speech, religion, and the press
Harriet Tubman 1820-1913 Slave Risked her life to help more than 300 people escape from slavery
Helen Keller 1880-1968 Public speaker and author
Read and studies, using her sense of touch, and encouraged people not to give up when challenged
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
1929-1968 Baptist Minister Spoke out against unfair laws and called on people to work for civil rights peacefully
Get Logical
There were four guest speakers at the charity event. Each speaker was an elected official or was running for office. Each person spoke about his or her job and area. Use the clues to decide who works in each area of government.
Get Logical
Mayor
Governor
Manager
PresidentMr. Komisky
Ms. Penner
Ms. Consuelos
Mr. Olson
• Ms. Penner does not govern a state.• Mr. Olson does not govern a city or county. He was running
for an office that has a term of four years.• Mr. Komisky works for the city. He is not the mayor.• Ms. Consuelos is in charge of a state.
Review for the test
PA State Standards
Civics and Government
5.1.3.A Describe what government is.5.1.3.B Explain the purposes of rules and laws and why they are important.5.1.3.C Define the principles and ideals shaping government.5.1.3.E Identify documents of US government.5.1.3.G Describe the purpose of the United States Flag, The Pledge of Allegiance, and The National Anthem5.1.3.I Explain why government is necessary in the classroom, school, community, state and nation and the basic purposes of government in the United States.5.1.3.K Identify symbols and political holidays5.2.3.D Identify the importance of political leadership and public service in the school, community, state, and nation.5.3.3.A Identify the elected representative bodies responsible for making local, PA, and US laws.5.3.3.B Identify the role of the three branches of government.
History
8.3.3.A Identify contributions of individuals and groups to U.S. history.8.3.3.B Identify and describe primary documents, material artifacts, and historic sites important in U.S. history.
ISTE Standards
1. Basic Operations and Concepts4. Technology Communications Tools5. Technology Research Tools
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