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Government Games
Bring civics to life with games that teach about government structures, processes, and responsibilities. This collection includes mock elections, legislative simulations, and rights and responsibilities challenges. By integrating these government games into your teaching, you can foster informed and active citizenship.
Spin Zone Media Literacy Simulation (Press Secretary and News Anchor Game)
Social Studies, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Spin Zone Media Literacy Simulation introduces key media literacy concepts to students before guiding them through an engaging role-playing activity. Students take on the roles of either a press secretary trying to "spin" the news or a news anchor reporting the latest developments. The simulation covers important topics like media bias, information credibility, and news framing. By participating in this memorable game, students gain firsthand experience with how the modern media landscape operates. The activity is light-hearted and non-partisan, making it a student favorite. This media literacy resource can be implemented in a variety of ways, including whole class participation or small group work. The 37 slides walk students through the concepts and provide clear direction to make the simulation accessible for learners.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Media Literacy, Simulation Game, Role Playing, News Spin, Media Bias
Create A Candidate (Engaging Local Election Simulation)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Create A Candidate is an engaging civics simulation where students run for local office in the fictional town of Genericburg. Students review background information and statistics about issues facing the town. Then they create a candidate profile, choosing their background and political positions. Students decide what policies and changes their candidate will campaign on to address Genericburg's problems. They strategize how their candidate will appeal to voters and budget fundraising and spending. Create A Candidate builds critical thinking as students identify effective solutions for the town's issues. This activity covers key civics and government content in an interactive way. The resource includes a slideshow explaining the simulation, teacher's guide, and student workbook with print and digital versions. Create A Candidate transforms a civics lesson into an exciting political campaign where students roleplay candidates aiming to win an election and improve a community.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Civics, Government, Campaign, Election, Roleplay
Engaging Congressional Simulation (A fun, interactive way to teach Congress!)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Engaging Congressional Simulation is an interactive activity that brings Congress to life in your classroom. Students take on the role of Senators, representing the voters of their state. They must pass or reject bills based on their voters' preferences, requiring thoughtful decision-making and political strategy. To get bills passed, students engage in lively deal-making and persuasion with their fellow Senators. This 16-page package includes everything needed to conduct the simulation: teacher directions, a guiding slideshow that explains key concepts, spreadsheets to track bill votes, and pointers for debriefing. The activity covers topics like bipartisanship, filibusters, party politics, and the legislative process. Students find it entertaining while gaining insight into how Congress really works. Use it to supplement instruction on government or hold an exciting Congressional simulation that your students will always remember.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Congress, Simulation, Government, Politics, Civics
President Election Campaign Game: Win the White House | Used With iCivics
Social Studies, Government, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
How does a presidential candidate go about campaigning, winning the election, and then becoming the next President? What's with the electoral college anyway? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to comprehend what a candidate needs to go through in order to become the next President. From taking stances on issues, giving speeches, and traveling to various states, students will take the role of candidate and do their best to win the most electoral votes and become the next President of the United States. This worksheet is an excellent written companion to go along with the FREE game created by iCivics.com . As students play the FREE online game Win the White House , students will also complete this series of 11 reflection questions. Just playing the game in itself is fun, but having this assessment is great for the teacher and student to reflect on what has been learned. My students love this game an have told me that they play it at home as well. Playing this election campaign game is an excellent hands-on activity to add to your political parties or Executive Branch unit within your civics or government classes. Let's go "Win the White House!"
Author Mister Harms
Tags Election Games, Campaign Games, Civics Activity, Civics Game, White House Games, President Elect Game, Win The President, Presidential Campaign Game Online, Presidential Candidate Game, Free Election Game, Race For The Whitehouse Game, Campaign Election Game, Presidential Election Computer Game, Presidential Election Simulation Games
Zombie Government! (An engaging government simulation on the role of government)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Zombie Government! is an engaging government simulation that puts students in charge of a quarantine zone (QZ) facing a zombie apocalypse. Students must make difficult decisions about how to govern the QZ, keep citizens safe, and distribute limited resources. This interactive game allows students to explore the roles and responsibilities of government through simulated scenarios involving potential rebellions, food shortages, corruption, and more. The simulation encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving as students navigate complex situations. This bundle from experienced educators includes detailed teacher guides, slides, and both digital and printable student workbooks to support implementation. Zombie Government helps students gain firsthand experience with the real-world challenges of leadership and governance.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Government Simulation, Social Studies Games, Leadership Activities, Critical Thinking
Unions Simulation (An engaging way to teach Industrialization and Urbanization)
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
The Unions Simulation is an engaging 21-page teaching resource that allows students to simulate the tense relationships that existed between union leaders and company leaders during the Industrialization and Urbanization of America. Through guided slides, a warm-up activity, goal statement, agenda, mini-lecture slides, and an immersive in-class simulation with directions, students take on roles of both workers and managers in the early 20th century labor movement. An exit ticket assignment is also included to assess student understanding. This fun and interactive game is an impactful way for educators to cover key aspects of this important era in American history across grades 7-12. With differentiated materials for both individuals and groups, it can be implemented in various ways such as whole class, small groups, or as a homework supplement.
Author Ed Dynamic
Tags Unions, Simulation, Industrialization, Urbanization, Labor Movement, Interactive, Engaging, Immersive, Differentiated
The President: Executive Command Game | Used with iCivics
Social Studies, Government, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
What does the President do during a day, week or even a month in office? This game has proven to be an excellent way for students to learn and comprehend all the "hats" or roles that the President plays during his time in office. From talking to congress, vetoing bills, visiting various departments, and traveling to foreign countries, students will take the role of President and do their best to become a successful President of the United States. This worksheet is an excellent written companion to go along with the FREE game created by iCivics.com . As students play the FREE online game Executive Command , students will also complete this series of 6 reflection questions. Just playing the game in itself is fun, but having this assessment is great for the teacher and student to reflect on what has been learned. My students love this game an have told me that they play it at home as well. Playing this "Executive Command" game is an excellent hands-on activity to add to your Presidential or Executive Branch unit within your civics or government classes. Hail to the Chief!
Author Mister Harms
Tags Government Games, Civics Games, Executive Command Printable, Branches Of Government, President Games, President Online Games, President Games For Free, Be The President Game Simulation, Presidential Online Games, President Game Online, Icivics Game
Presidents Time-Line Game
Social Studies, Government, Grade 5, 6, 7, Games, Activities
The Presidents' Time-Line Game is a 17-page download that is jam-packed with everything your students will need to engage in this activity and show what they know about presidents! The idea of the game is for a player to get 8 cards in chronological order in their personal timeline on the table in front of them. The game is over when the first player has 8 cards placed correctly in their timeline. Printable cards starting at 1778 are included for the game.
Author Creative Learning Connection
Tags Presidents Game, US Presidents, Timeline Activity, Timeline Game, Presidents Timeline
Presidential Election Process Vocabulary Game
Social Studies, Government, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Presidential Election Process Vocabulary Game: An Exhilarating Educational Resource This exciting teaching tool is catered towards students from Grade 4 to Grade 12 studying Social Studies. Pillars of The Game: Furthers the understanding of the presidential election process. Incorporates engaging key terms related to governance (Example: President, Democrat, Republican, etc.). 15-page long detailed instruction and game in PDF format. Versatile enough for a Games Notebook setup or as an independent activity. Set-Up Instruction: All you need to ready this game is a simple print-out of the pdf file followed by preparation based on outlined instructions in it. Versatility In Execution: This game is designed keeping individual pedagogical requirements in mind and thus facilitates execution through whole classroom engagements or small group-centric interactions. Additionally, it can be assigned as homework for more practice outside school surroundings. Beyond Just A 'Game': The Presidential Election Process Vocabulary Game presents learning through stimulative engagement unlike traditional methods. Due its collaborative nature, it promotes interaction amongst peers making education a fun-filled experience while imbibing values beyond textbooks thereby culminating into holistic development.
Author Knowledge Box Central
Tags Presidential Election, Vocabulary Game, Social Studies, Government Education, Democracy
Web-Quest & Realistic Scenario Cards: US Constitution -27 Amendments
Social Studies, Government, History, History: USA, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Games
Web-Quest & Realistic Scenario Cards: US Constitution -27 Amendments Dive into U.S. Government with this hands-on activity where students explore the 27 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Through a web-quest, card-matching, and discussions of real-world scenarios, students will engage in higher-order thinking as they relate amendments to contemporary situations. What students will do with this Web-Quest & Realistic Scenario Cards: US Constitution -27 Amendments: Use the provided class textbook and/or website links to understand the PURPOSE of each amendment and the reasons for its inclusion in the Constitution. Match 31 real-world scenario cards to the corresponding amendment. For instance, the 1st Amendment has 5 scenario cards, each representing its individual rights. This can be done individually or collaboratively. An example card might read: "Senator Hill and Congress members want a raise. Can they?" Through discussions, students will determine which amendment applies to each scenario. Conclude with a stimulating, creative Exit Card Activity to reinforce and extend their understanding. ** Activities can be undertaken individually or in groups, based on the teacher's discretion. *** Both GOOGLE and traditional paper-based versions are available for your convenience. About "Learning is a Passion Store": With 20 years of experience, teaching grades 6-12, my philosophy leans towards student-centric lessons. I believe in creating lessons that make students active learners rather than passive recipients. My store offers engaging, interactive activities focused on Government, Economics, U.S., and World History. Explore and find more enriching resources!
Author Learning is a Passion
Tags 27 Amendments, Constitution, Government, Bill Of Rights, Amendments
Citizens' Rights + Due Process Review Game
Social Studies, Government, Grade 5, Activities, Games
This is a Citizens' Rights + Due Process Review Game that will get your students up and engaged as they review history. This is a digital resource to be accessed in Google Slides. There are many ways you can implement this review game, such as Family Feud and more. Implementation suggestions are included.
Author Sarah Miller Tech
Tags Social Studies, Review Game, Due Process, Citizens Rights, Amendments