Legislative Branch

Grade 3Social Studies45 min

aligned to 4.4b The New York State Constitution Establishes The Basic Structure Of Government For The State. The Government Of New York Creates Laws To Protect The People And Interests Of The State. Students Will Use A Graphic Organizer To Show The Different Branches Of State Government And The Roles And Responsibilities Of Each. The Present Governor, The Local Senator, And The Local Assemblyperson Should Be Identified.

Learning Objective

I can describe the job of the Legislative Branch in New York State government.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Three Branches of Government | Learn about the executive, legislative, and judicial branches

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Practice

14 min

2 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

What is the main job of the Legislative Branch in New York State? Name the two parts of the Legislative Branch in New York State.

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