Elections: Why Voting Matters Unit 1 - Electing a President (2020)

This three-lesson unit focuses on how Americans "hire" a president, what qualities make an excellent presidential candidate, and what the best ways are for comparing different candidates. The unit includes a Pre-Unit Survey, an exercise the Constitution as a primary source, an actiivty that asks students to generate a "help wanted" ad for the next president, and tools to compare/contrast different candidates.

Last Updated: November 21, 2023

Program Types

Election Materials

Grade Levels

Middle School High School

Subjects

Government Civics AVID Law & the Constitution

Resource Types

Lesson Plan Worksheet Unit Handout

Civics & Government Standards

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