Washington State History | Civics and Government *ೃ༄ Grade 7
You are viewing Washington State History Civics and Government, a three day Grade 7 lesson for middle school Washington State History Students. This Washington State history government lesson introduces your students to the Washington State Constitution, governorship, and executive cabinet positions appointed by the elected governor
Solve the Problem: Are you struggling to find engaging and standards-aligned resources for teaching Washington State History and Civics? This 3-day lesson plan is designed to not only introduce students to the Washington State Constitution and the governor's role but also to immerse them in the real-world application of executive cabinet positions. This resource simplifies complex government structures, making it accessible and engaging for middle school students.
What’s Included:
50 Pages of Informational Text: Each of the 24 executive cabinet positions is covered in 1-2 pages. Simply print the pages relevant to the cabinet position your students choose to research.
Google Slides Presentation: A visually engaging presentation that guides students through the roles, responsibilities, and domains (healthcare, transportation, education, etc.) of each cabinet position.
Teacher Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to implement the lesson, including notes and research activities. Teacher instructions include three (3) pages, we explain which printouts to hand out students, when to use google slides, and tips about how to implement this lesson.
Exit Ticket Questions: We included two (2) exit ticket forms for students to create a commercial or Tiktoc video!
Protest/Call-to-Action Poster Activity: A creative, culminating task where students express their understanding by designing a poster related to their researched cabinet position.
Educational Value: This lesson plan is aligned with Washington State History Civics and Government learning standards, ensuring that your students not only meet but exceed educational objectives. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Washington State Constitution, the governor’s powers, and the importance of executive cabinet positions in state governance. The activities are designed to build civic understanding, enhance note-taking skills, and encourage independent research—all while keeping students engaged.
Civics Standards:
C1.6-8.2: Explain the structure and key ideals of the Washington State Constitution, including the governor's powers.
C2.6-8.2: Understand the structure, organization, powers, and limitations of executive cabinet positions.
History Standards:
C1.6-8.1 to C1.6-8.2 and C2.6-8.1 to C2.6-8.2: Focus on foundational documents and government structures in Washington State history, emphasizing cabinet positions’ roles.
Implementation Ideas:
Day 1: Use the Google Slides presentation to introduce all 24 executive cabinet positions. Students will take notes on each position, using provided note-taking templates.
Day 2: Students select one cabinet position to research in depth. They’ll use both the provided informational text and visit the Washington State executive cabinet website for further exploration.
Day 3: Students demonstrate their learning by creating a protest or call-to-action poster related to their researched cabinet position, combining creativity with civic engagement.
Visuals: Check out the product preview to see the engaging Google Slides presentation and examples of the student-created protest posters! The preview will give you a closer look at the high-quality materials included in this resource.
Protest Poster - we provide detailed instructions about how to create the protest poster, teachers provide the art supplies.
Why This Resource? This lesson plan goes beyond traditional teaching methods by combining structured learning with creative expression. It empowers students to understand state governance and inspires them to think critically about the roles of government leaders. This resource is a must-have for any educator looking to bring Washington State History and Civics to life in their classroom!
If you like this product, then you should check out our bundle. I put all of my best Washington State history lessons into this bundle.
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If you are not ready to get the bundle yet, then you should look at some of our newer lessons, like this one about the Washington State Prison System. I like this lesson because in the google slides, I incorporate an important moral lesson about the importance of choosing our friends wisely. We know that middle school often is an indication of which direction a kid will go in high school and so forth. So in middle school we need to teach them that they need to avoid bad influences. If that sounds good to you, then check out our Washington State Prison Lesson, you will teach a cool lesson and build character at the same time.
Of course, Washington State History is not complete without a special lesson about Chief Seattle. This lesson took me a solid week to investigate, and turned it into a three day lesson plan. It really goes into the life and times of Chief Seattle, and the relationship he had with our first governor Isaac Stevens. There is a lot of meat in the Chief Seattle lesson, I learned many unexpected things about him as you and your students will also discover.
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Thank you for stopping by. Feel free to send me an email if you would like me to make anything special for your Washington State History classroom.
Naomi
You are viewing Washington State History Civics and Government, a three day Grade 7 lesson for middle school Washington State History Students. This Washington State history government lesson introduces your students to the Washington State Constitution, governorship, and executive cabinet positions appointed by the elected governor
Solve the Problem: Are you struggling to find engaging and standards-aligned resources for teaching Washington State History and Civics? This 3-day lesson plan is designed to not only introduce students to the Washington State Constitution and the governor's role but also to immerse them in the real-world application of executive cabinet positions. This resource simplifies complex government structures, making it accessible and engaging for middle school students.
What’s Included:
50 Pages of Informational Text: Each of the 24 executive cabinet positions is covered in 1-2 pages. Simply print the pages relevant to the cabinet position your students choose to research.
Google Slides Presentation: A visually engaging presentation that guides students through the roles, responsibilities, and domains (healthcare, transportation, education, etc.) of each cabinet position.
Teacher Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to implement the lesson, including notes and research activities. Teacher instructions include three (3) pages, we explain which printouts to hand out students, when to use google slides, and tips about how to implement this lesson.
Exit Ticket Questions: We included two (2) exit ticket forms for students to create a commercial or Tiktoc video!
Protest/Call-to-Action Poster Activity: A creative, culminating task where students express their understanding by designing a poster related to their researched cabinet position.
Educational Value: This lesson plan is aligned with Washington State History Civics and Government learning standards, ensuring that your students not only meet but exceed educational objectives. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Washington State Constitution, the governor’s powers, and the importance of executive cabinet positions in state governance. The activities are designed to build civic understanding, enhance note-taking skills, and encourage independent research—all while keeping students engaged.
Civics Standards:
C1.6-8.2: Explain the structure and key ideals of the Washington State Constitution, including the governor's powers.
C2.6-8.2: Understand the structure, organization, powers, and limitations of executive cabinet positions.
History Standards:
C1.6-8.1 to C1.6-8.2 and C2.6-8.1 to C2.6-8.2: Focus on foundational documents and government structures in Washington State history, emphasizing cabinet positions’ roles.
Implementation Ideas:
Day 1: Use the Google Slides presentation to introduce all 24 executive cabinet positions. Students will take notes on each position, using provided note-taking templates.
Day 2: Students select one cabinet position to research in depth. They’ll use both the provided informational text and visit the Washington State executive cabinet website for further exploration.
Day 3: Students demonstrate their learning by creating a protest or call-to-action poster related to their researched cabinet position, combining creativity with civic engagement.
Visuals: Check out the product preview to see the engaging Google Slides presentation and examples of the student-created protest posters! The preview will give you a closer look at the high-quality materials included in this resource.
Protest Poster - we provide detailed instructions about how to create the protest poster, teachers provide the art supplies.
Why This Resource? This lesson plan goes beyond traditional teaching methods by combining structured learning with creative expression. It empowers students to understand state governance and inspires them to think critically about the roles of government leaders. This resource is a must-have for any educator looking to bring Washington State History and Civics to life in their classroom!
If you like this product, then you should check out our bundle. I put all of my best Washington State history lessons into this bundle.
➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ Washington State History Bundle
If you are not ready to get the bundle yet, then you should look at some of our newer lessons, like this one about the Washington State Prison System. I like this lesson because in the google slides, I incorporate an important moral lesson about the importance of choosing our friends wisely. We know that middle school often is an indication of which direction a kid will go in high school and so forth. So in middle school we need to teach them that they need to avoid bad influences. If that sounds good to you, then check out our Washington State Prison Lesson, you will teach a cool lesson and build character at the same time.
Of course, Washington State History is not complete without a special lesson about Chief Seattle. This lesson took me a solid week to investigate, and turned it into a three day lesson plan. It really goes into the life and times of Chief Seattle, and the relationship he had with our first governor Isaac Stevens. There is a lot of meat in the Chief Seattle lesson, I learned many unexpected things about him as you and your students will also discover.
➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ Get Free Washington State History Lessons! If you go to the product preview above, my email list is linked. Click on it and the link will take you to my Free Washington State History sign-up. I am going to give a free meaty lesson in Washington State history, that aligns with standards to all my followers. It is a great deal, and I promise the freebie will be just as high quality as this lesson.
Thank you for stopping by. Feel free to send me an email if you would like me to make anything special for your Washington State History classroom.
Naomi
You are viewing Washington State History Civics and Government, a three day Grade 7 lesson for middle school Washington State History Students. This Washington State history government lesson introduces your students to the Washington State Constitution, governorship, and executive cabinet positions appointed by the elected governor
Solve the Problem: Are you struggling to find engaging and standards-aligned resources for teaching Washington State History and Civics? This 3-day lesson plan is designed to not only introduce students to the Washington State Constitution and the governor's role but also to immerse them in the real-world application of executive cabinet positions. This resource simplifies complex government structures, making it accessible and engaging for middle school students.
What’s Included:
50 Pages of Informational Text: Each of the 24 executive cabinet positions is covered in 1-2 pages. Simply print the pages relevant to the cabinet position your students choose to research.
Google Slides Presentation: A visually engaging presentation that guides students through the roles, responsibilities, and domains (healthcare, transportation, education, etc.) of each cabinet position.
Teacher Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to implement the lesson, including notes and research activities. Teacher instructions include three (3) pages, we explain which printouts to hand out students, when to use google slides, and tips about how to implement this lesson.
Exit Ticket Questions: We included two (2) exit ticket forms for students to create a commercial or Tiktoc video!
Protest/Call-to-Action Poster Activity: A creative, culminating task where students express their understanding by designing a poster related to their researched cabinet position.
Educational Value: This lesson plan is aligned with Washington State History Civics and Government learning standards, ensuring that your students not only meet but exceed educational objectives. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Washington State Constitution, the governor’s powers, and the importance of executive cabinet positions in state governance. The activities are designed to build civic understanding, enhance note-taking skills, and encourage independent research—all while keeping students engaged.
Civics Standards:
C1.6-8.2: Explain the structure and key ideals of the Washington State Constitution, including the governor's powers.
C2.6-8.2: Understand the structure, organization, powers, and limitations of executive cabinet positions.
History Standards:
C1.6-8.1 to C1.6-8.2 and C2.6-8.1 to C2.6-8.2: Focus on foundational documents and government structures in Washington State history, emphasizing cabinet positions’ roles.
Implementation Ideas:
Day 1: Use the Google Slides presentation to introduce all 24 executive cabinet positions. Students will take notes on each position, using provided note-taking templates.
Day 2: Students select one cabinet position to research in depth. They’ll use both the provided informational text and visit the Washington State executive cabinet website for further exploration.
Day 3: Students demonstrate their learning by creating a protest or call-to-action poster related to their researched cabinet position, combining creativity with civic engagement.
Visuals: Check out the product preview to see the engaging Google Slides presentation and examples of the student-created protest posters! The preview will give you a closer look at the high-quality materials included in this resource.
Protest Poster - we provide detailed instructions about how to create the protest poster, teachers provide the art supplies.
Why This Resource? This lesson plan goes beyond traditional teaching methods by combining structured learning with creative expression. It empowers students to understand state governance and inspires them to think critically about the roles of government leaders. This resource is a must-have for any educator looking to bring Washington State History and Civics to life in their classroom!
If you like this product, then you should check out our bundle. I put all of my best Washington State history lessons into this bundle.
➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ Washington State History Bundle
If you are not ready to get the bundle yet, then you should look at some of our newer lessons, like this one about the Washington State Prison System. I like this lesson because in the google slides, I incorporate an important moral lesson about the importance of choosing our friends wisely. We know that middle school often is an indication of which direction a kid will go in high school and so forth. So in middle school we need to teach them that they need to avoid bad influences. If that sounds good to you, then check out our Washington State Prison Lesson, you will teach a cool lesson and build character at the same time.
Of course, Washington State History is not complete without a special lesson about Chief Seattle. This lesson took me a solid week to investigate, and turned it into a three day lesson plan. It really goes into the life and times of Chief Seattle, and the relationship he had with our first governor Isaac Stevens. There is a lot of meat in the Chief Seattle lesson, I learned many unexpected things about him as you and your students will also discover.
➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ ╰┈➤ Get Free Washington State History Lessons! If you go to the product preview above, my email list is linked. Click on it and the link will take you to my Free Washington State History sign-up. I am going to give a free meaty lesson in Washington State history, that aligns with standards to all my followers. It is a great deal, and I promise the freebie will be just as high quality as this lesson.
Thank you for stopping by. Feel free to send me an email if you would like me to make anything special for your Washington State History classroom.
Naomi