Lesson Plan

Why Vote? Lesson Plan

Students will understand the role of voting in society and its direct impact on their lives. They will be able to express reasons why voting is important and identify how they can be active citizens.

This lesson is crucial because it connects the democratic process to personal experience, making abstract civic ideas tangible and empowering students—especially those on IEPs—to engage with their community.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Pre-Class Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Review

5 minutes

Step 2

Group Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-up & Reflection

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Voting 101!

Introduce the session on voting. Emphasize that the goal is to make the concept of voting relatable. Ask a few questions to engage students: 'What do you know about voting?' and 'Why do you think voting is important?'

What is Voting?

Explain the basics of voting and why it's important. Use simple language and examples that students can relate to, such as decisions within the school or class.

Let's Practice Voting!

Introduce an interactive component. Ask students to think about a simple decision they can vote on (e.g. favorite school snack) and then simulate a vote.

Reflecting on Our Vote

Discuss the results of the class vote. Connect the exercise to real-world voting and civic participation. Ask students how they felt during the process and what they learned.

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Worksheet

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Discussion

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Discussion

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Why Vote?

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Celine O'Dowd

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