The tour will include the history of Plains and the Carters. Students will use exhibits for skimming, paraphrasing, note taking and organization of information. As a post activity, this information could be presented orally or written into a report. Allow 45 minutes. Explain duties and responsibilities of the three branches of government.
Students use Constitution booklets to research the legislative, executive and judicial branches.
We will concentrate on the eligibility of becoming President and the duties of the President. Allow 30 minutes. Students will go to the Depot and explore 1976 campaign items for President Carter's campaign. They will design a campaign button or poster and if time permits, a campaign speech can be given by students. Explain growth due to transportation.