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This curriculum, produced by a Philadelphia social studies teacher, helps students learn about the history of American voting rights, how students can evaluate who they would vote for, and then practice casting their ballot in a mock election. This curriculum has two weeks of lessons, plus extension activities, for teachers to incorporate into their classroom.

Political Parties
Topic Two: Political Parties & Voter Registration
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Political Parties
Lesson 1: Ideology and Party
What issues matter to you? Does a political party align with your views? (45 minutes)
Political Parties
Lesson 2: Voter Registration
Get ready to vote yourself. First, you have to register. (30 minutes)