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Civic Education is necessary to the survival and prosperity of our nationLesson #14: Interact with Political Leaders of Opposing Viewpoints
Purpose:
Students interact with government leaders who have a different perspective on their target issue. Emphasis is placed on understanding opposing viewpoints and explaining how this information can lead to solutions.
Central Questions:
- What does the term “perspective” mean?
- What role does perspective play in political issues?
- Why is it important to understand many sides of an issue?
- How do I learn more about views that differ from mine?
Materials:
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- Children’s Literature Book: Seven Blind Mice by Ed Young
- Student Guide 1: Interact with Political Leaders of Opposing Viewpoints
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Warm-up Activity:
Read Seven Blind Mice by Ed Young and discuss.
Ask the students what they think the term “perspective” means and how it impacts political decisions.
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