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Political Parties – Beginning

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Overview

Students investigate the major political parties in the United States and the role they play in U.S. elections, then create political parties focused on issues affecting students at their school.

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Grade

Elementary

Subjects

Civics, Social Studies

Length

55 minutes

Topics

Democratic Party, political parties, politics, Republican Party

Author

Our American Voice

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