Hokanson's American History
AH8:2 Students will explain and compare the different forms of government, the branches of the United States Government and how they work together, as well as the roles of state, county and city governments.
Early America
The Colonial Period
The Road to Independence
The Formation of a National Government
Explorers
American Government
A Promise of Freedom (Video)
Civics Online
Library of Congress: Government, Politics, and Law
Annenberg Institute for Civics
AH8:2-1 describe the origins of democracy such as the Magna Carta and Mayflower Compact
History of Democracy
Constitution Facts (Game)
3 Branches of Government Activity
Interactive Constitution
The Redistricting Game
iCivics Games
AH8:2-2 identify the offices, duties and responsibilities of the Legislative Branch
AH8:2-3 identify the offices, duties and responsibilities of the Executive Branch
AH8:2-4 identify the offices, duties and responsibilities of the Judicial Branch
AH8:2-5 explain how checks and balances works and why it is important
Checks and Balances
Checks and Balances Activity
AH8:2-6 identify the rights given to citizens through the Bill of Rights
Bill of Rights
Bill of Rights Game
AH8:2-7 explain the differences between the rights and responsibilities of US citizens
Rights and Responsibilities of US Citizens
Citizens’ Rights and Responsibilities Resources
Seize The Vote (Game)
National Mock Election (Game)
Elections (Game)
AH8:2-8 explain the role of state governments within the United States
AH8:2-9 describe the branches of Nebraska state government and the offices within that government
Nebraska State Government
State of Nebraska
AH8:2-10 describe the different types of local government and identify the responsibilities of the different offices
Lincoln County Nebraska
City of North Platte
Multimedia:
Government – Kids Social Studies Videos
Democracy – Kids Social Studies Videos
Constitution Center YouTube Channel
Tutorials:
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