Street Smarts
Street Smarts: Voting in the U.S.
Political Science · Civics · America · Captions
About This Video
Voting is a fundamental part of American life, as it ensures our government represents the people. Your middle and high school students will learn the basics of who can vote and how to vote, as Uncle Sam hits the streets to ask contestants what they know about voting in the U.S.
Standards Met in Ohio
- AMG.9-12.15.lp.bGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thDefine civil rights as rights protected by the U.S. Constitution. Civil rights include the right to vote and other opportunities for civic participation.
- AMG.9-12.19.lp.dGrades 9th, 10th, 11th, 12thIdentify ways to engage in civic participation (e.g., voting, attending meetings, volunteering, communicating with elected representatives, participating in political demonstrations, volunteer with local agencies (e.g., libraries, police stations, fire stations, public health clinics).