In this civics worksheet, students learn about separation of powers within the U.S. government and explore how the three branches perform checks and balances.

Research the role of the executive branch of the federal government with this social studies graphic organizer! 

Explore the structure, intent, and ramifications of the Articles of Confederation with this two-page social studies worksheet!

Students explore the story of the 1787 Constitutional Convention in this social studies worksheet for middle grades!

Students gain insight into the 1787 Constitutional Convention and the founding ideals of the newly formed government with this engaging social studies worksheet!

Give middle school learners an opportunity to dig into the original text of this historical document with this two-page social studies worksheet.

Learners explore the challenges involved in the U.S. establishing a new nation and Washington’s significant role in that development with this engaging social studies worksheet.

Discover the role of the judicial branch of the federal government with the help of this graphic organizer!

Learn all about the role of the legislative branch of the federal government with this graphic organizer!

Students read the primary-source text of the first 10 amendments and summarize each one using their own words.

Explore how federal elected officials get into office with this civics and government graphic organizer!