The 4/5s have been learning about the United States federal government.

 

They learned about the 3 Branches of Federal Government then created visual representations, which included the heads of each branch, the primary responsibility of each branch, and a symbol to represent that branch.

Other classroom activities have included:

“How Should Representative Smith Vote?” a mock public hearing with special interest groups making presentations to Rep. Smith and her staff.

 “How Would You Decide the Case: Chicago vs. Morales.” After reading the case and hearing arguments made by both sides, students had to decide how they would rule if they were Supreme Court Justices.