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Social Studies — Grade 5

Goal 2, Objective 2.04

Goal 2

The learner will analyze political and social institutions in North America and examine how these institutions respond to human needs, structure society, and influence behavior.

Objective 2.04

Compare and contrast the government of the United States with the governments of Canada, Mexico, and selected countries of Central America.

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Comparing Governments - International
This lesson focuses on comparing and contrasting national governments in North America and/or Central America. It is the second in a sequence, the first being "Comparing Governments - Local, State, and National" by Tami Weaver and Wendy Pineda, also on the Learn NC website.

This plan could be easily adapted for eighth grade or high school ESL students.
Format: lesson plan (grade 5 English Language Arts, Social Studies, and English Language Development)
By Tami Weaver and Wendy Pineda.