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Social Studies

Branches of Government

How the three branches (legislative, executive, judicial) keep each other in check. US-focused, with parallels noted.

Fact File Grade 5 Grade 6 Members only

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Learning objective

Understand the separation of powers in a democratic government.

About this resource

  • Subject: Social Studies
  • Type: Fact File
  • Grade levels: Grade 5 (ages 10-11, ≈ Year 6), Grade 6 (ages 11-12, ≈ Year 7)
  • Pages: 4
  • Date added: 2026-02-13
  • Credit: Qualified primary teacher

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