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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.

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 33

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 21

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 […]

Resources and Ideas for Helping Elementary Students Become Civically Engaged

May 24, 2021 David Childs 11

Dr. David J. Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University An I-Civics article entitled “Civic Learning Resources for Elementary Students” states: “All students can be civic learners. For […]

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

May 21, 2021 David Childs 2

IntroductionHey teachers, parents and average US citizens, if you have not gotten the chance to check out the I-civics website, you should. It is a […]

Corruption in Local Politics: Cincinnati’s Troubled Past and Present

April 18, 2021 David Childs 8

Dr. David Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityIntroductionThe city of Cincinnati has a rich and storied history. One of those exciting chapters is the prominent role the […]

Getting Involved: Average Citizens Can Be Civically Engaged

April 12, 2021 David Childs 4

Dr. David J. Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University LA Johnson/NPR IntroductionThe nature of a democratic government it is political system that is not ruled by just […]

A Bill Has to Be Passed By Both Chambers to Become Law

December 30, 2020 David Childs 6

By Dr. David Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University The US is a bicameral legislative body, having two branches or chambers consisting of the House of Representatives […]

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