Government Mystery Challenge - Kick off the project with a fun and engaging activity where students work in teams to solve puzzles related to the functions of the three branches of government. Each puzzle will reveal a clue about how the branches interact and sometimes disagree, encouraging teamwork and critical thinking. (45 min)

Introduction to the Three Branches - Conduct a guided discussion on the structure and functions of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. Use visual aids like simple diagrams to help students understand the roles each branch plays in making, enforcing, and interpreting laws. (20 min)

Collaborative Mural Planning - Begin planning the collaborative mural project by having students brainstorm ideas on how to visually represent the interaction between government branches. Encourage creativity and teamwork as they sketch out initial ideas on paper. (25 min)

Research and Visual Aid Creation - Guide students in researching specific roles and responsibilities of each government branch. Have students create visual aids such as posters or digital presentations that depict their findings. Use this session to build foundational knowledge for the upcoming Government Fair. (45 min)

Mural Design Session - Students collaborate in small groups to refine their mural designs based on their research from Week 1. They sketch detailed plans focusing on key moments of disagreement between government branches. (20 min)

Peer Feedback Exchange - Students share their mural sketches with peers and provide constructive feedback, focusing on clarity and representation of government interactions. (25 min)

Mini-Lesson on Conflict Resolution - Conduct a mini-lesson on how branches of government resolve disagreements, using real-world examples to illustrate the process. Discuss how these moments can be visually represented in the mural. (20 min)

Mural Creation Begins - Students begin creating their collaborative mural, painting or assembling different sections based on their group designs. Encourage teamwork and creativity as students bring their ideas to life. (25 min)

Interactive Role-Play - Organize a role-play activity where students simulate a scenario involving a disagreement between government branches. Assign roles and guide students in enacting how the branches resolve the issue. (20 min)

Reflection Journal Entry - Have students write a reflection on their role-play experience, considering what they learned about government interactions and how it influenced their mural work. (25 min)

Mural Completion and Detailing - Finalize the collaborative mural by adding any remaining details, ensuring all key moments of disagreement between branches are clearly represented. Encourage students to incorporate peer feedback received in previous sessions. (25 min)

Interactive Display Practice - Students work in small groups to rehearse their interactive displays and presentations for the upcoming Government Fair. Focus on clarity, engagement, and accurate representation of each government branch's roles and responsibilities. (20 min)

Government Fair Preparation - Set up the classroom to resemble a 'Government Fair' with designated areas for each branch of government. Students organize their materials and practice delivering their presentations and interactive activities. (20 min)

Peer Review and Feedback Session - Conduct a peer review where students visit each other's booths, provide feedback on the presentations and interactive displays, and make final adjustments based on the feedback. (25 min)

Government Fair Exhibition - Host the 'Government Fair,' inviting community members, family, and school staff to visit student booths. Students present their interactive displays and explain their mural, showcasing their understanding of government interactions and conflicts. (45 min)