Lesson Plan
Government Tree
Understand the three branches of government
In this lesson, students will learn about the three branches of government by creating a 'government tree,' where each branch represents a different part of the government, and the leaves display the roles and responsibilities. This hands-on activity will help students visualize the structure and functions of the federal government, making the learning more engaging and memorable.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Step 2
Discussion on Three Branches
10 mins
Step 3
Creating the 'Government Tree'
20 mins
Step 4
Wrap-Up and Review
10 mins
Discussion
Worksheet
Answer Key
