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Hexagon thinking: making connections

What does democracy and civic engagement mean to students?

Using pictures and text prompts, invite students to start a discussion with their peers about what democracy and civic engagement means to them and their community. The data collected can help gauge students' understanding of democracy and what they are interested in knowing more about and inform the direction of an inquiry project.

 

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Graphic illustrations of voting and civic engagement activities on a dark pink background with stars.

Resources

Hexagon thinking: making connections – activity sheet

An activity sheet to help students think about democracy and civic engagement.