It's another presidential election year and that is a great time to introduce your homeschooling children to government, politics and the election process. Here are some ideas and resources to help you put together a great election year unit!
Curriculum:
- CNN's Student News: Student News is a 10 minute daily snippet of news geared specifically for the young viewer. During election years, the coverage is strongly geared toward the political process and makes a great jumping off point for daily election coverage in your homeschool classroom. CNN Student News airs on CNN Headline News Monday through Friday from 3:12 - 3:22 am ET. Record it daily for use whenever it fits into your schooling schedule.
- How To Be President: What to do and where to go once you're in office, by Stephen P. Williams - This is a really neat and interesting book that answers those questions we have all wondered about presidential life. How does the President get snacks? Where does he park? Where does he get cash? What is his bedroom like? This comprehensive book answers all these questions and so much more. This book will appeal to all ages!
- How the U.S. Government Works, by Syl Sobel - This book is written specifically for children. It breaks apart the three branches of government and describes their job functions and how they come together to create the political system in our country. With large print and pictures, this book will captivate those previously intimidated by the sometimes overwhelming political system.
- Presidential Elections (and other cool facts): Second Edition, by Syl Sobel - This is such a great introduction to the election process! This book covers all the fundamentals and basic questions asked about becoming the President of the U.S. including what age and requirements are needed to become president, the Electoral College, the first lady, what if something happens to the president and more! This book is recommended for grades 3-5.
- Government Projects: 30 Cool Activities, Crafts, Experiments & More for Kids To Do! by Carole Marsh - this book is written on the state level and each state has their own unique book. This book makes learning come to life while teaching the basics. From pretending you are mayor for the day to writing your real local officials with your opinion - what a great fun way to get children involved politically and locally! This book is geared for children between 5 and 15 years old.
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