Civics: Branches of Government
Skill focus: Branches of Government
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We're exploring branches of government. Start with what's familiar — your town, your family's story, your country today. Then zoom out. Encourage questions, even uncomfortable ones. History is the practice of careful curiosity.
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Name a current event you've heard about this week. We'll connect it to today's topic.
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Read this: Legislative makes laws. Executive enforces laws. Judicial interprets laws. Each branch can check the others — that's how power is balanced. Q: Which branch makes laws?
Parent tip: Connect the topic to your family or town.
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Which enforces?
Parent tip: Encourage opinions backed by reasons.
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Which interprets?
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Why is this balance important?
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Give an example of a check.
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Write one full-sentence summary of today's topic.
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Why does this topic matter today?
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What is one thing you still want to know about this topic?
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Name someone you could ask to learn more.
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Connect this idea to your own life.
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Write one full-sentence summary of today's topic.
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Why does this topic matter today?
Interview a family member: what do they think about this topic?
How does today's topic connect to your own life or community?