The Three Branches of Our US Government

Introduction

Greetings Soaring Eagles!

Today you are going to explore the three Branches of government! We have to learn what our government does so we know how to help. Remember to have you field notes handy so you can jot what you learn along the way. Get your flying cap on and get ready to soar!

Process

Watch this and take notes. You may want to watch it more than once:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EISWIY9bG8

Now, watch his one. What new information did you get from this video? Be sure to jot what you learned.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlxpQmYdwZY

Now look at this website to learn more. 

https://www.ducksters.com/history/us_executive_branch.php

Check out this website for even more facts.

https://www.factmonster.com/us/government-primer/three-branches-government

Watch a video and play some games about the three branches of government:

 https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/usgovernment/branchesofgovernment/

Be sure that you took good notes to share with your group!

Evaluation

What are the three branches of government?

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What can you tell me about each branch of government? 

 

 

 

Do you think the three branches of government are important? Why or why not?

Conclusion

The three branches of our US government work together to make and enforce laws and provide services for the good of our country! Learning more about the three branches of government helps us to understand how we can help our government serve the people. 

Credits

  • YouTube
  • Fact Monster
  • Ducksters
  • Brain Pop