Engage Your Students with this Comprehensive 2024 Presidential Election Resource

Delve into the 2024 Presidential Election with my all-inclusive resource that covers the Constitution, Three Branches of Government, Electoral College, and the Election Process. This package combines engaging Doodle Notes/Guided Notes, a presentation slide deck, and an evaluation to deliver top-notch content while keeping your students actively engaged.

What you get:

• 76 slide presentation Google Slides* deck (No access to Google Drive required; you will be forced to make a copy)

• 22 slide Guided Notes / Doodle Notes in Google Slides* (perfect for electronic assignments)

• 22 page PDF Guided Notes / Doodle Notes for students to write on

• 3 pages PDF “Let’s Recap” to be used as exit tickets, summative evaluation, or checking for understanding

• 22 page PDF Answer Key for Guided Notes / Doodle Notes

This resource package encompasses essential details regarding the Presidential Election, how the Constitution dictates the roles and requirements of the Three Branches of Government, and the electoral process (including the Electoral College and current 2024 Electoral College map). It includes video links, background information about the presidency, political parties, the aspects of a presidential campaign and the road to the White House. All of these components are presented in an engaging manner designed to captivate your students’ attention.

This resource is all you need to teach these topics!

Overview of Topics explored:

• Different Types of Elections
• U.S. Presidential Elections
• Importance of Voting
• Voting Eligibility
• Democracy vs. Republic
• Brief History of the Constitution and the First President
• Three Branches of Government: Roles and Functions
• In-Depth Look at Each Branch
• Requirements for the Presidency
• Electoral College Overview and 2024 Map
• Political Parties: History, Functions, Core Beliefs
• Running for President: Primaries, National Campaign, Election Day, Inauguration
• Civic Responsibility

Key Features:

• Engaging and Interactive: Doodle opportunities and higher-level thinking tasks.
• No Prep Work: Ready-to-use resources, just copy the notes or assign electronically.
• Aligned Content: Presentation deck matches Guided Notes for easy note-taking.

This resource provides essential details about the presidential election process, the Constitution, and the roles of government branches, ensuring your students stay informed and engaged. Perfect for educators seeking a thorough and interactive way to teach the 2024 Presidential Election.

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Cornell Note Format: 

The student pages are expertly crafted in a Cornell Note format, with the left-hand column reserved for instructions, questions and responses, while the right-hand column provides space for doodling and filling in the blank notes as the teacher guides students through the presentation. Cornell Notes offer numerous advantages for learning, including:

• Structured Organization: Cornell Notes format provide a clear structure for organized note-taking.
• Effective Review: The format facilitates efficient review of key points and main ideas.
• Active Engagement: Students engage actively by summarizing and questioning their notes.
• Focus on Key Details: Separating main ideas from details helps in understanding and retention.

Doodle Notes:

And of course the resource incorporates Guided Notes / Doodle Notes: a skillful integration of words, images, numbers, and shapes for the purposes of learning. It is an approach that combines traditional methods with visual elements like drawings, diagrams, and icons. Completing Guided Doodle Notes brings several benefits:

• Better Retention: Doodle Notes enhance memory by merging visuals with text.
• Enhanced Understanding: They help students grasp complex concepts through visual representation.
• Personalization: Students can infuse their notes with colors and patterns, making them uniquely their own.
• Focus and Engagement: Doodle Notes keep students attentive and engaged during lessons.
• Simplification: Complex topics are simplified, making them easier to comprehend.
• Effective Communication: Doodle Notes make it effortless to share and convey ideas to others.
• Enjoyable Learning: They transform learning into a fun and enjoyable experience, motivating students.
• Stress Reduction: Doodling can be a relaxing activity that reduces study stress.
• Long-Term Benefits: Improved understanding and retention pay off in the long run, particularly during exams and for reference.

The “Let’s Recap” pages are designed to help students consolidate their learning. These pages feature a variety of question types, including cause & effect, fill-in-the-blank, open-ended, multiple choice, fact or opinion, and choose-one questions. While teachers don’t have to use all three pages, they serve as fantastic tools for checking understanding, as exit tickets, or even as a summative assessment.

Bring the 2024 Presidential Election into focus with this engaging, informative resource!

 Important Note About Google : This resource is made in Google Slides. After purchase you will download a page that enables you to make a copy of the original file. When downloading this product, you will NOT be asked to access your Google Drive.

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What’s included:

Teacher’s Guide & At-a-Glance sheets

Welcome letter from Ben Franklin

Clue Recording Sheet

Mystery Puzzle Sheet

Closing poem from Ben Franklin

Clues and Activities Pieces

Clue 1: Articles of Confederation → Constitution

• Reading
• Puzzle: Find the Missing Words

Clue 2: Constitution, Structure of the Constitution & Seven Principles

• Readings
• Puzzle: Seven Principles Matching

Clue 3: The Preamble – What it Says, What it Means

• What Does it Mean?
• Fill in the Blanks
• Puzzle: Crack the Code

Clue 4: The Three Branches

• Readings
• The Constitution Says (role, requirements)
• Powers of the Branches
• Checks and Balances
• Whose Power?
• Check That
• Puzzle: Solve the Maze, Find the Clue

Clue 5: Articles IV-VII, The Bill of Rights & Other Amendments

• Articles IV-VII – Simplified Summary + Fill-in-the-Blanks
• Bill of Rights Icon Matching
• Amendments 11-27 Simplified (+ Reason for Amendment)
• Other Amendments – Matching
• Puzzle: Bill of Rights Icon Matching

Clue 6: The Framers & Founding Fathers

• Readings
• Framers & Founding Fathers Bio Cards
• Puzzle: Tarsia Puzzle

No More Boring Constitution Lessons!

Teachers often complain that teaching the Constitution can be dry and boring. Not with the Constitution History Mystery! Your students will become history detectives on a mission to find the “Constitution Key,” a vital artifact that has gone missing. Ben Franklin himself sends them a letter, urging them to uncover the key and safeguard the nation’s future. To succeed, they will solve puzzles, decipher clues, and gain a deep understanding of the Constitution’s key principles.

This unit is all about rich content and fun! No fluff or locks, just engaging activities for your students. They will read, match, fill in the blanks, and tackle various exercises. But don’t worry, we’ve made sure to include enjoyable puzzles, rhymes, and clues that are both educational and entertaining—no cheesy gimmicks, we promise!

Very Little Prep

Preparation is minimal, requiring only copying and cutting the Key Puzzle pieces (1 set per group) and Tarsia puzzles (1 set per group), and making student copies for each clue. We’ve meticulously laid out the prep and process for each clue,  making it easy to guide your students through the experience.

To make the most of this unit, we recommend teaching one clue at a time, with students in groups. Depending on your class period length or the time allocated for social studies, your class can progress through one or two clues in a session. We do not recommend conducting this unit in stations, as some groups may finish sooner than others.

Get ready to revolutionize the way you teach the U.S. Constitution with our Constitution History Mystery Escape Room! Say goodbye to boring lessons and hello to an exciting, immersive experience that will leave your students craving more knowledge about the Constitution. Engage their minds, foster teamwork, and create lasting memories. Bring history to life and ignite a passion for learning. Purchase today and unlock the door to a truly unforgettable educational journey!

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