The Three Branches of Government (3, 4, 5)
Overview
| Program Description: |
Students explore Connecticut’s executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government to discover who makes the rules in Connecticut. To better understand the role of each branch, students el... Read more
Students explore Connecticut’s executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government to discover who makes the rules in Connecticut. To better understand the role of each branch, students elect a governor from their class, debate a bill, and hold a mock trial (student reading required). Through role-playing and active participation, students learn the purpose of rules and laws, explore the separation of powers, and discover the rights and responsibilities of individuals.
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| Available to Grade(s): |
3, 4, 5 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Workshop |
| Number of Visits: |
1 |
| Length of Visit: |
other minutes |
| Availability: |
all year |
Requirements
| Length Info: |
75 MINUTES |
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
no |
| Meeting Method: |
Email, Phone |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
All |
| Materials School Provides: |
N/A |
| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
The educator will need an open area at the front of the classroom to use as a “stage” and a desk or table for program materials. During the mock trial portion of the program, participating student... Read more
The educator will need an open area at the front of the classroom to use as a “stage” and a desk or table for program materials. During the mock trial portion of the program, participating students will bring up their own chairs for the courtroom set-up. If you are using a space other than your classroom, we will need a table at the front of the room and 9 chairs for students. We encourage students to wear nametags to help our educators actively engage them in activities.
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Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Social Studies |
| Art Form: |
Theater |
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