Public learning track
Why Citizens Participate in Elections and Government
4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS
7 lessons
Goal
Investigate why people vote, examine civic responsibilities, and explore the importance of civic participation.
7 lessons
0 of 7 done
- 1Why Citizens Should Participate in GovernmentUp nextStart
- 2How Citizens Vote and Elect Government LeadersPremiumNot started yet
- 3Voting to Choose Leaders Versus Voting on Ballot QuestionsNot started yet
- 4How Voting Influences Community Services and TaxesNot started yet
- 5How Informed Voters Learn About CandidatesNot started yet
- 6The History of Expanding Voting Rights in AmericaNot started yet
- 7Participating Beyond the Ballot BoxNot started yet
Standards Covered
- SS.PS3.a.4-5Wisconsin Social Studies Standards · Social-studies · Grade 4 (target) · Grade 4Investigate reasons why citizens participate in elections. Identify their role in government at the local, state, tribal, and federal levels.
- SS.PS3.a.1Wisconsin Social Studies Standards · Social-studies · Grade 4 (target) · Grade 4Describe and explain the effect an action has on members of a group. Express an opinion and vote on a topic in their lives.
- SS.PS3.a.mWisconsin Social Studies Standards · Social-studies · Grade 4 (target) · Grade 4Assess voter participation in elections. Explain their role in government at the local, state, tribal, and federal levels.
Curriculum Framework
4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS
1
8 lessons
Group Decision-Making, Voting, and Individual Actions
Explain how individual actions affect a group, express informed opinions, and participate in democratic decision-making through voting.
2
7 lessons
Why Citizens Participate in Elections and Government
Investigate why people vote, examine civic responsibilities, and explore the importance of civic participation.
3
7 lessons
Citizen Roles Across the Four Levels of Government
Identify and explain citizen roles, rights, and avenues of participation at local, state, tribal, and federal levels.
4
7 lessons
Assessing and Improving Voter Participation
Assess data on voter turnout, identify barriers to participation, and create and evaluate solutions to encourage higher civic engagement.
5
6 lessons
Linkage Institutions: Political Parties and Interest Groups
Explain how political parties, interest groups, and grassroots advocacy link ordinary citizens to government decision-makers.
6
7 lessons
Linkage Institutions: Media, Campaigns, and Public Opinion
Analyze the roles of free press, news media, campaign advertising, and public opinion polls in shaping democratic government.