Understanding Democracy: A Hip Pocket Guide

This guide, written by John J. Patrick, explains the core concepts of democracy in a clear A-Z format. The complete book is available for download.

http://www.annenbergclassroom.org/page/understanding-democracy-a-hip-pocket-guide
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Grades

7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Subjects

Foundations of Democracy

Resource Types

Primary Sources, Books

Teaching Strategies

Primary Source

Constitution Articles

Article I, Article II, Article III

Tags

separation of powers, equality, democracy, judicial independence, government, majority rule, citizenship, textbook, rule of law, Republic, federalism, popular sovereignty, constitutionalism, judicial review, civic virtue