Missouri: Government
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| Missouri: Government |
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Description:
| These sites are about Missouri's state government and include specific information about Missouri's elected officials such as the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, state auditor, and more. Listen to live audio of the Senate and House of Representatives when they are in session or take a virtual tour of the governor's mansion. Watch a short Missouri Heritage video about the state's first capital and governor. There are links to eThemes Resources related to U.S. government and constitutions. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
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Resource Links:
| A State is Born
Scroll down the list of videos and click on "A State is Born" to learn about the forming of Missouri as a state and its first governor. Also includes information about St. Charles, the first capital of Missouri. Requires RealPlayer.
Missouri Secretary of State Kids Page
Click on the links to learn more about each area of government and responsibilities of each elected officials.
World Almanac for Kids
Read about politics in Missouri in this online almanac.
Ben's Guide: National Versus State Government
Learn the difference between national and state government on this website.
Governor's Mansion
Take this virtual tour of the governor's mansion in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Responsible Missourians Initiative
This twenty-one page PDF file was designed to help teach elementary students about citizenship and Missouri's state government. Includes descriptions of the duties of elected government officials.
Missouri House of Representatives
Learn about the Missouri House of Representatives. Click on the links to find out more about state bills and who is in the House. You can also hear live debates when the House is in session.
State and Local Government on the Net
This site has links to different branches in Missouri's state government. Also includes links to city government sites. NOTE: Teachers should preview sites before sharing in class.
Missouri Governor
Read about Matt Blunt, Missouri's state governor. Read a transcript of his inaugural address and a biography of Blunt. Click on "Contact Information" to send Blunt an email.
Missouri Lieutenant Governor
Read the lieutenant governor's biography and learn about the specific areas he is responsible for.
Missouri Attorney General
Read about attorney general Jay Nixon and his responsibilities in office.
Missouri Secretary of State
Learn about the secretary of state and some of the areas she is responsible for.
Missouri Official Manual (Blue Book)
This 2001-2002 official manual has information about the different branches of the Missouri state government. Also includes the Missouri Almanac, which has information about state symbols.
eThemes Resource: Missouri: Facts
This resource includes facts about Missouri including symbols, history, and fun trivia. Included are online quizzes, virtual tours, and printable coloring pages. Two WebQuests on Missouri are also linked. eThemes Resources on Missouri immigrants, landforms, famous people, and the flag are referenced
eThemes Resource: Democracy: Citizenship and Community Responsibility
These sites focus on the rights and responsibilities of members of society. There are links to several related government eThemes.
Missouri Constitution Review
Here are some study questions for Missouri constitution review.
Missouri Constitution Test
Test how much you know about Missouri Constitution.
Missouri Constitution Study Guide
These are questions that can use as a study guide.
eThemes Resource: Missouri: Facts
This resource includes facts about Missouri including symbols, history, and fun trivia. Included are online quizzes, virtual tours, and printable coloring pages. Two WebQuests on Missouri are also linked. eThemes Resources on Missouri immigrants, landforms, famous people, and the flag are referenced.
eThemes Resource: Democracy: Citizenship and Community Responsibility
These sites focus on the rights and responsibilities of members of society. There are links to several related government eThemes.
eThemes Resource: Local Government: Mayor
These sites list the duties of mayors for different cities. Includes information about having a classroom election. There are voter registration cards, ballots, graphic organizers, and more.
eThemes Resource: Historic Documents: U.S. Constitution
These sites cover the history of the Constitution of the United States. Includes information about the Constitution's signers and the Articles of Confederation, a document that some consider the original constitution. Classroom activity ideas are included. There are links to eThemes Resources on the branches of government and the Bill of Rights.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.9, 1.10, 3.7, 4.2, 4.3, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 7, 1.B.1, 2.A.1, 2.C.1, 2.C.2, 1.B.1, 2.C.1, 2.C.2, 6.B.1, 1.A.1, 1.A.2.a1, 2.C.1, 1.A.1, 1.A.2.a1, 1.A.1, 1.A.2.a1, 6.D.1, 1.A.1, 1.A.2.a1, 1.A.2.g7, 1.A.3.b2, 1.B.1, 2.C.5, 2.C.6
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