About Image Teacher Guide for an "Inquiry Leading to Understanding" Project My Candidate- Presidential Election 2004 By Linda Dano Meet the Author "Who would you vote for as the 2004-08 President of the United States?"  Overview  Understandings and Standards  Activities  Resources  Student Guide Powered By 510-635-0585 info@my-ecoach.com Contact Us Overview Grade Level: 7 Curriculum Areas: Focus: History/Social Science Secondary: civics Topic: current events/ political issues Theme: Presidential Elections Duration: 6, 40 minute sessions Summary Students at the middle school level will review the powers and responsibilities of the Presidential office, research the prime party candidates stance on issues of concern, and select and promote their candidate of choice in a digital format. Rationale Students will better understand Presidential power, the right to vote and the election process by becoming actively involved in a "campaign" supporting their selected candidate.