Take on the role of president of the United States with this interactive online game, which will acquaint your learners with the various responsibilities of the executive branch of government. While not an in-depth or complex resource, it could be a fun way to summarize all the major tasks that the president must complete, such as negotiating peace treaties, gaining support from Congress, and directing bills to the appropriate government departments. Note: Users will need to sign up for a free account in order to save in-game progress and unlock certain achievements.

Concepts

united states presidents, presidency, the commander-in-chief, presidential roles and powers, the executive branch

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Additional Tags

president, commander in chief, chief of staff, executive branch, social studies

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Pros

• Attractive and modern design
• Offers very brief introductions to various government departments and federal agencies

Cons

• Very little opportunity for genuine student input or maneuvering
• Does not offer a balanced perspective of various government policies

Common Core

RH.6-8.3 RH.6-8.4 RH.6-8.10 RH.9-10.4 RH.11-12.7