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Branches Of Government

Our Founding Fathers formed the United States’ government so that no one person would have too much control. The Constitution set up three branches of government with a separation of powers

Curriculum: From iCivics
The Executive BranchUnderstand the executive branch, including the role and powers of the president; the functions of departments and agencies; and the president’s role in foreign policy.

The Judicial BranchWhat are the federal and state courts and what do they do? What is unique role of the U.S. Supreme Court?

The Legislative BranchExplore the legislative process. Learn about the powers of the legislative branch and the influence of citizens and political parties.

Does my Vote Count? The Importance of Midterm Elections

November 8, 2022 David Childs 10

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityWith election season upon us we have been reminded of the importance of not only voting in the midterm […]

Resources for Civic Education: Learning about State, Local and Federal Government

September 14, 2022 David Childs 4

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Here are some resources for teachers, students and the general public to help them understand the ins […]

Elementary Students Can Be Civically Engaged as Well. Here Are Some Tools

August 29, 2022 David Childs 14

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Many people feel that students in the elementary grades are too young to be involved in the […]

The Right to Bear Arms: Addressing Mass Shootings in Our Time

June 1, 2022 David Childs 13

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Second Amendment- A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of […]

Teaching Resources for the Supreme Court Justice Nomination and Confirmation Process

April 19, 2022 David Childs 0

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University Diversifying the curriculum in K-12 social studies classrooms is of the utmost importance as US society and the […]

Watch Night Services: African American Religious New Year’s Traditions

January 1, 2022 David Childs 20

Dr. David Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityWe want to continue our tradition of highlighting cultural diversity in holiday traditions. We must continue to find ways […]

Here is Why Your Vote Counts: The Importance of Voting Every Election Cycle

October 31, 2021 David Childs 31

Dr. David Childs, D.D. Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University A poll worker hands out “I Voted Today” stickers in Washington, D.C., in 2012. Journalist Ari Berman says […]

Journalism in Action: Teaching Resources for Civic Engagement from PBS

October 13, 2021 David Childs 4

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University “This week we are spotlighting a great new resource by our friends at PBS entitled Journalism in […]

The Supreme Court: The Least Dangerous Branch?

October 12, 2021 Julie Coppens 2

Commentary by Emma Feldmeier, Wyoming H.S. In Federalist No. 78, Alexander Hamilton predicted the judiciary would be the “least dangerous branch” of government, since it […]

Teaching Resources for Teaching Online During the Pandemic

September 28, 2021 David Childs 20

Dr. David J. Childs, D.D., Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityThe world has been forever shaped by the global pandemic. As a result, we have had to make […]

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