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Nurture Civic Development with Resources Proven to Engage Students

Nobody does social studies like iCivics. Whether it’s civics, government, or U.S. History, we’re fearless about creating dynamic learning experiences. 

From educational games and short-form, just-in-time materials to comprehensive inquiry-based curricula, iCivics resources encourage students to interact with complex concepts in ways they can understand and relate to.

When surveyed about the tangible impacts iCivics resources have made, 95% of teachers noted increased:

Engagement in classroom activity

Understanding of how our system of government and the rule of law works

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Interest in politics or current events

What Sets iCivics Apart

  • Playful learning
  • Effective pedagogy
  • Designed by teachers, for teachers
  • Aligned to state standards
  • Confirmed efficacy

Resources for Every Grade Level

Choose from lesson plans, games, videos, worksheets, activities, infographics, WebQuests, DBQuests, and more.
Private i Unit
Grade 4
Our government has a rich history. But when did it all start, and what does it all mean? 
Video Playlist
preK, K-5
Animated music videos about how kids can make this country rock!
Game
Grades 3+
Challenge your students to solve familiar problems in a fictional community by playing Neighborhood Good.
Game
6-8, 9-12
Run your own presidential campaign!
Lesson Plan
3-8
Students learn about the different forms of government that exist, including democracy, autocracy, oligarchy, and others.
Video Playlist
6-8, 9-12
Short videos explain the text, history, and relevance of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights, and additional amendments in everyday language.
Game
6-8, 9-12
Your students will take on the job of advising the president through historical events and challenges by talking to people in and around the White House.
Lesson Plan
6-8, 9-12
This lesson lets students look at the Constitution from the perspective of its foundational principles.
Simulation
6-8, 9-12
Guide your students through the fictional case of Ben Brewer, a high school student who was suspended for violating the school dress code.

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  • An inquiry approach drives student engagement
  • Nonpartisan and trusted
  • Designed by teachers, for teachers
  • Standards-aligned
  • Adaptable to fit local community needs
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From the Educator Blog

Kimberly bridges history and community to teach the importance of civic engagement

Teaching civics at a career technical school is sometimes an exercise in translation. Wayne County Schools Career Center hosts 26 programs for high school juniors and seniors; from animal science to culinary arts to sports medicine, it really runs the gamut. My students are sometimes skeptical that knowing about government

Zac introduces his students to Declaration themes through skits

My students love learning and they excel academically. And recently, I discovered that they also have a flair for the dramatic. It was the beginning of the school year. As part of the Civic Star Challenge, I adapted a unit created by my mentor Jeannie Holloway. The goal was to

Adam helps students extend the Constitution beyond the classroom

I’m the only teacher in Baltimore County Public Schools focused solely on Homeland Security. I sometimes describe the subject as “social studies with all the lessons coming from the last 30 years.” We mainly focus on the government response to threats – foreign, domestic, natural, and man-made. My classes are

From the Educator Blog

Kimberly bridges history and community to teach the importance of civic engagement

Teaching civics at a career technical school is sometimes an exercise in translation. Wayne County Schools Career Center hosts 26 programs for high school juniors and seniors; from animal science to culinary arts to sports medicine, it really runs the gamut. My students are sometimes skeptical that knowing about government

Zac introduces his students to Declaration themes through skits

My students love learning and they excel academically. And recently, I discovered that they also have a flair for the dramatic. It was the beginning of the school year. As part of the Civic Star Challenge, I adapted a unit created by my mentor Jeannie Holloway. The goal was to

Adam helps students extend the Constitution beyond the classroom

I’m the only teacher in Baltimore County Public Schools focused solely on Homeland Security. I sometimes describe the subject as “social studies with all the lessons coming from the last 30 years.” We mainly focus on the government response to threats – foreign, domestic, natural, and man-made. My classes are

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Start learning

Play games, watch videos, and complete class assignments.

Start teaching

Access lesson plans and LMS tools to seamlessly integrate iCivics into your curriculum. 

Partner with iCivics

Explore professional learning services designed to build educator capacity and cultivate dynamic classrooms.

Find activities

Support civic learning at home with games and resources that are fun and educational.