Curated OER
The 7 "Hats" of the President
Students explore the responsibilities of the President. In this U.S. government instructional activity, students examine the provided sources related to the President' s roles as Chief of State, Chief Executive, Chief Jurist, Chief...
Curated OER
Portraits Of Power: American Presidents
Students discover the responsibilities of the presidency. In this U.S. government instructional activity, students watch "Portraits Of Power: American Presidents," and then compose essays regarding the citizens' relationship to the...
Curated OER
iCivics: Executive Command
Students explore the role of President of the United States. In this executive branch instructional activity, students play an online game that requires them to consider the needs of Americans as they act as president.
iCivics
I Civics: For the President, All in a Day's Work
Students learn the primary responsibilities of the president and how those duties connect to the powers the Constitution grants to the Executive Branch.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Lincoln's First Inaugural Address
These lesson plans help students evaluate Abraham Lincoln's actions during his presidency. Related links assist students in this evaluation.
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center: Abraham Lincoln's Crossroads
Detailed information about Lincoln's life and political career is included in this interactive game. Learn about decisions Lincoln had to make by playing this instructive game.