Election Day has passed but there is still so much to teach
Win the House was played more than 4 million times in the lead up to Election Day, helping students across the country better understand the electoral process. We're so grateful to the thousands of educators who turned to iCivics to find election teaching resources. But, Win the White House is just the tip of the iceberg!
The path from Election Day to Inauguration Day offers more teaching opportunities to help students continue to build critical civic skills. What do all these newly elected officials do? How are the three branches of our government supposed to work together? Use the resources below to help your students answer these questions with confidence.
The Electoral Process
This lesson plan offers a timeline for students to follow from Election Day to Inauguration Day. You might take this opportunity to discuss the impacts of run-offs and recounts, which are still occurring in some states.
Link: GET THE LESSON
Branches of Power
In our upgraded Branches of Power game, students pick leaders for each branch of government, create a presidential agenda, introduce bills, and pass laws. View the Weekly Planner for the game built in Google Slides.
Link: EXPLORE THE GAME
Judicial Branch in a Flash!
State and federal courts have been mentioned in news around the presidential election. This lesson teaches the basics of our judicial system, including the functions of the trial court, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court.
Link: GET THE LESSON
Congress in a Flash!
Did your state just elect a new senator or representative? Use this lesson to help students learn what Congress is, what the Constitution says about the legislative branch, and how a bill becomes law.
Link: GET THE LESSON
Peaceful Transfer of Power Infographic
For over two centuries, American political offices have peacefully transferred power after every election. Use this infographic to show students how precedent, tradition, and legitimacy have helped create this democratic norm. You can also find resources from our partner organizations.
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