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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.

A Visit to Washington: Learning History and Civics at the Smithsonian

July 16, 2019 David Childs 19

Dr. David Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky UniversityThere are a number of ways to get students participating and learning about democracy in America. One of the most […]

What are the Presidential Primaries?

July 3, 2019 David Childs 30

Dr. David Childs, Ph.D.Northern Kentucky University IntroductionThis is the time of year where we hear about the many events and debates that make up the […]

Exploring Historic Black Codes: Combating Prejudice with Social Studies Teaching

May 31, 2019 David Childs 13

By David Childs, Ph.D., Northern Kentucky University IntroductionAs much as our way of life and the status quo changes throughout history there are things that […]

What is a Gerrymander? The Drawing of District Boundaries

April 17, 2019 David Childs 19

IntroductionGerrymandering is a term in politics that many people may hear much consternation and debate about but do not really understand everything that it entails. […]

How a Bill Becomes a Law

December 30, 2018 David Childs 39

Introduction Congress is known as the legislative branch of the United States government and is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate. […]

What is a Government Shutdown? What Will Happen?

December 23, 2018 David Childs 77

David Childs, Ph.D. Northern Kentucky University Introduction When there is a lot of bi-partisan discord between the executive and legislative branches surrounding passing end of […]

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