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Executive Command

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

What is it like to be the commander in chief? Learners find out using an engaging video game simulation. As they juggle diplomacy and bills sent from Congress, they make choices to push forward an agenda on issues they think are important. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
the executive branch, presidential roles and powers, the united states constitution, the presidential veto, united states presidents
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Additional Tags
social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have members of the class play the game to review the role of the executive branch
Classroom Considerations
  • Part of a series of interactive games from iCivics
  • Individuals need computer access to use the resource
Pros
  • Avatars represent diverse demographics
  • Easy to set the game at different paces to accommodate pupils
Cons
  • None