Before a person votes, he or she should be educated on the issues and have a clear understanding of where each candidate stands. Use the 2 sites below to learn what the issues are for this election. Then decide which 2 are most important to you.
1. Read the introductions (first paragraph) for ALL of the issues first. DO NOT read where each candidate stands, yet.
Understanding the Issues by TIME for Kids - limited information, but easier reading level
CNN Politics- The Issues - offers more information, but higher level reading
2. Select which 2 issues are most important to you and write them on your Election 2012 worksheet. Give a short description of each issue on the sheet. On the back of the sheet, tell why each is so important to you.
3. Go learn about each candidate's background. Do not read about their stance on issues, just go learn about them in general.
Meet the Candidates
Barack Obama
Mitt Romney
4. Now go back to the sites and read how each candidate feels about each issue. Put a short summary of the candidates' views on your Election 2012 worksheet. Be sure to keep an open mind while reading so you give accurate and truthful summaries on your sheet.
Understanding the Issues by TIME for Kids - limited information, but easier reading level
CNN Politics- The Issues - offers more information, but higher level reading
Scholastic: On the Issues - shortened version of each candidate's views.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
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