Roles of the President: Executive Branch Bundle for Civics & American Government

This Roles of the President: Executive Branch Bundle for Civics & American Government includes two resources introducing the seven roles of the United States President, and is perfect for middle school students in Civics, American History, or American Government classes studying the Executive Branch! My Roles of the President: Executive Branch Foldable for Civics & American History includes a 2-page reading passage and creative foldable activity defining each of the seven roles of the American President, while my Roles of the President: Executive Branch Gallery Walk for Civics & Government gets students off their feet as they analyze and connect historical images to each of the seven presidential roles in a hands-on Gallery Walk!

Compatible with the Florida State Standard for Middle School Civics:

• SS.7.CG.3.3 Describe the structure and function of the three branches of government established in the U.S. Constitution.

This Roles of the President: Executive Branch Bundle for Civics & American Government resource includes: 

✯ Roles of the President: Executive Branch Foldable for Civics & American History In this cut-and-paste activity, students design hats for each of the seven roles of the United States President. This resource includes the activity as well as an article that defines and explains each of the seven presidential roles!

• The President’s Roles included are:
  • Chief Executive
  • Commander-in-Chief
  • Chief Citizen (ceremonial Head of State)
  • Chief Legislator
  • Chief Diplomat
  • Chief of Party
  • Chief Guardian of the Economy

✯ Roles of the President: Executive Branch Gallery Walk for Civics & Government. Students can flex their analytical and critical thinking skills as they study seven historical images of U.S. Presidents at work in this gallery walk, connecting each to a different role of the President. A reflection response is included as well!

This resource is presented as a non-editable, printable PDF and includes answer keys. Digital versions, when available, are available through TPT Easel. Easel Activities can be assigned directly to your Google Classroom, or you can generate a link to share with students via email or your LMS!

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