Introduction
This WebQuest is intended for fourth graders or kids around ten years old.
This WebQuest helps children understand their responsibilities as citizens of the United States. It will explain what their duties are and what being a citizen means.
Task
Whether, you were born in the United States of America or another country you have probably wondered, "What does being a citizen of the US mean?"
You will learn more about citizenship, so you can create a colorful poster about what citizenship means to you.
This link will teach you about what citizenship is: https://www.ducksters.com/history/us_government/becoming_a_us_citizen.php
Read over this link and think about how you or someone you know relates to some of the details of citizenship.
Process
This video will tell you how you can take charge and play a role because you are a citizen.
Some things you NEED to include in your poster are:
- How does being a citizen (or looking to one day be a citizen) make you feel?
- What is something you want to do when you are older because you are a citizen? (ex: vote, run for any office, write petitions)
- What is something you get to do now because you are a citizen?
- A patriotic drawing and must use colors
Evaluation
| Presentation | Excellent (10 points) | Fair (7 points) | Needs Improvement (4 points) |
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Conclusion
This project will strengthen creativity, social studies/history knowledge, and more! It is designed for students to grow in their knowledge in a fun and different way! I hope you enjoy this WebQuest and that it helps your classroom.