Educator Resources for Branches of Power

Branches of Power's learning objectives are for students to simulate the way separation of powers and checks and balances limit government; analyze the structure, functions, and processes of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; and illustrate the law making process at the local, state, and federal levelsIn Branches of Power students will:-Pick leaders for each branch of government-Create a presidential agenda and learn about the executive branch powers-Introduce bills and pass laws out of Congress-Apply judicial review to passed lawsFor English Language Learners: Use the support tool, Spanish translation, voiceover and glossary.
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