Voting in a Democracy
Classroom Resources
These resources are intended to improve civic literacy, introduce the concept of democracy and elections, increase understanding about government and representation in Canada, and teach students how to effectively participate as active and informed citizens in their community.
The lessons are designed for Grades 4 to 8 and supported by videos, slide decks (in Google Slides and PowerPoint), and student activities in various formats, including Word, Google Forms and Microsoft Forms. Refer to the Lesson Pathways for options to condense the activities.
The package includes all documents listed below, as well as all manuals.Lessons, Slide Decks, Handouts, Student Activities
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 1.1: Make Your Mark!
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 1.2: Types of Government
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 2.1: What do you know about rights in Canada?
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 2.1: Answer Key (What do you know about rights in Canada?)
PDF |
Handout 2.2: Highlights from the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
PDF |
Activity 2.3: Our Rights and Responsibilities
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 2.4: Charter Scavenger Hunt
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Handouts/Activities
Slide Deck A
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Slide Deck B
PPT | Google Slides |
Activity 3.1: Government Responsibilities
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Videos
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 4.1: Voice your choice!
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 4.2: Evaluating the Opportunities and Challenges
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 5.1: Researching Political Parties
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc |
Activity 5.2: Election Issue Case Study
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 5.3: Reflection Card
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 5.4: Evaluating the Leaders’ Debate
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc |
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides | Pear Deck |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 7.1: Placemat Activity
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc |
Activity 7.2: My Riding
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Lesson Plan
PDF |
Slide Deck
PPT | Google Slides |
Handouts/Activities
Activity 8.1: Results Comparison
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
Activity 8.2: Election Reflection
PDF | Word Doc | Google Doc | Google Form |
