I usually think about ideas for fall in June, when I'm reviewing portfolios for home-school families. The D. family uses themes to teach. For example, last year was an election year. The D. family decided to teach Civics. The Center for Civic Education, The National Constitution Center, and The Atlantic are replete with lessons. I would start with The Declaration of Independence and follow up with these activities from Loudon County Schools. Ordinarily, I don't like worksheets; but, the original documents have difficult text to read and understand. Pick a few of these activities for your lesson. BTW, have you read the Constitution? This is a straight forward worksheet for the Bill of Rights.
This worksheet for the Cabinet is a timely exercise. Which positions have been filled? By whom? What is the person's background? What is the line of succession under President Trump? (Many of the liberal news media have posted this reference.) I avoid any mention of politics!!! I do make a policy of respecting elected officials in government. Period.
The cool thing about Civics is that the lessons are applicable from Grade Three to Grade Twelve. I can see lessons about the Supreme Court analyzing each member's record. What is meant by the term, 'constitutionist'? Which members of the Supreme Court are constitutionists? Here's one last tip. Can you pass The US Citizen's Test?
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