The Constitution Café is a metaphor. It’s a guiding image , a scenario of possibility, and an innovative way to learn. Through conversations and sharing of information,the Café will assist you in becoming more knowledgeable about our country’s government. This could actually accompany food and drink, decorated tables with fake candles. You decide the length you want to go. Can be used with what you already do with the constitution.

Give students choice. This project instruction sheet gives step by step directions for students to choose the level they want to complete. Step 1: Choose and circle one action word Step 2: Choose and circle three interest topics Step 3: Choose and circle one product

This cute little activity makes learning and practicing Morse Code a simple and fun activity. Will easily supplement your own unit. Great for learning stations/centers. Students will decipher a part of John Adams letter to Abigail to conclude this learning activity.

With this engaging baseball themed worksheet students will process the following Reconstruction laws: 1. 13, 14,15th Amendments 2. Poll Taxes 3. Literacy Tests 4. Black Codes 5. Jim Crow Laws 6. Poll Taxes This goes great with the Brain Pop Reconstruction video. However, it could also accompany your lecture, power point or another video that covers the same content.

Take notes creatively using this SketchNote template. This was created for Disney The American Presidents George Washington Video. The link is included on the worksheet. Quick way to introduce Washington. Students enjoy taking notes with a combination of drawing and writing. Disney presidents videos are highly engaging. What are SketchNotes? SketchNotes are rich visual notes created from a mix of handwriting, drawings, hand-drawn typography, shapes, and visual elements like arrows, boxes, and lines. As educators recognize the importance of student learning styles and the differences between linear and non-linear thinking, a “SketchNote revolution ” is emerging. Gone are the days of teachers scolding students for drawing in the back of the classroom—now experts know that doodlers gain a 29 percent increase in information retention. Students can stop and pause the video or the teacher can lead, pausing at the moments that are prompted by the SketchNotes. Print and Play....easy and engaging!

James Polk | 60-Second Presidents PBS Video Collection TIME SAVER! Fun, energetic, and entertaining video. You will be surprised about how much information can be packed into this 60 second video. James Polk accomplished a lot more in one term than many presidents accomplish in two. Find out how he delivered on his promise of westward expansion. Includes: 1. Teacher Answer Key 2. Student worksheet with 10 questions (all on 1 piece of paper)

Time Saver! Description: Honest Abe—what a nickname. Abraham Lincoln was the president who led the country through the Civil War and abolished slavery. And he rocked that black top hat. Let's all give him a pat on the back. This short, fun, entertaining video by Shmoop covers how Abe overcame his depression to become President. This fill in the blank worksheet will keep student accountable but will not take too much time to complete.

If you can't beat them, join them! LOL Use this awesome EXIT TICKET to formative assess your students on any topic.

Video Description: With the War of 1812 in the rearview, America ushered in the Era of Good Feelings with James Monroe's presidency. Let's take a look at what he did to make these good times so sunny. Could it have anything to do with the Sunshine State? TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: Thomas Jefferson influenced the landscape of America, both politically and geographically. Discover more about the third president of the U.S. and why he?s such a big deal. After all, you don't get your face printed on the two-dollar bill for nothing! TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 10 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: James Madison's legacy includes political triumphs such as introducing the Bill of Rights. It also includes failures such as the War of 1812 and Washington D.C. getting burned to the ground. Find out more about the roller coaster ride that was Madison's presidency. TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Video Description: John Adams had his hands full when he took over the presidency from George Washington. Find out how he dealt with the feuding political parties and attacks on U.S. merchants from France and Britain. Being the leader of a young nation isn?t as easy as you might think. TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

Teachers Looking for a MAJOR shortcut and FAST way to teach Land Acts while still making the content clear can use this creative worksheet. After each section students will process the content learned by creating a short Haiku poem. Directions for the poem are also on the worksheet. Land Acts included: 1. Dawes Act of 1887 2. The Homestead Act 3. The Morrill Act 4. The Pacific Railroad Act Suggested uses: Warm ups, Exit tickets, formative assessment, creative writing

Video Description: As far as Presidents go, none set more precedents than George Washington. From his leadership of the Continental Army, to his bold commitment to founding a strong nation, take a quick look back at the legacy of our very first leader. If you think you know everything about GW, think again! TIME SAVER! This video worksheet covers the required content quickly but thoroughly. Worksheet has 8 questions and a TEACHER KEY.

John Tyler| 60-Second Presidents PBS Video Collection TIME SAVER! Fun, energetic, and entertaining video. You will be surprised about how much information can be packed into this 60 second video. When President Harrison passed away, John Tyler found himself in the Presidency. See how he made the most of his promotion, from his annexation of Texas to his veto of the national bank. Includes: 1. Teacher Answer Key 2. Student worksheet with 10 questions (all on 1 piece of paper)

Get One-Give One or Move On is a strategy is a strategy to help students brainstorm key ideas on a topic/reading to activate prior knowledge and build background knowledge, OR to help students to summarize and synthesize key concepts in reading. This is FUN, ACTIVE, and great for your kinesthetic learners.

This “Quick Hitter” GOOGLE DOC worksheet teaches Apartheid using abbreviated reading material as a TIME SAVER. This is a great INTRODUCTION or as a station activity to add to your material. Fantastic for a sub day. Students will answer eight questions and finish up with an EXIT TICKET. Topics Include: What was apartheid? How did it start? Living Under Apartheid African National Congress (ANC) Nelson Mandela Soweto Uprising International Pressure Ending Apartheid

In this activity, each Principle of the Constitution is broken down into simple and easy to understand terminology. Students create their own drawing of the terms after reading an illustration prompt or idea. Finally, a sample picture for each term acts as an idea generator to help inspire student art work.

Process this entertaining Andrew Jackson video with this easy to use printable. Students will respond to a choice of three writing prompts at the conclusion of the video lesson.

Print, Push Play, and Learn!!! Students love watching TED Talks! This animated Ted talk on the Declaration of Independence and sketchNotes worksheet is a great alternative to traditional lecture based classes. You can use this to flip the classroom or as a part of the activities that you already do. The Link is at the top of the worksheet. I start and stop this video at each point where notes or fill in the blanks are required on the worksheet. I also use this time to expand the topic or have students discuss the content.