Mini-Lesson: Vice President
Lesson Plan
Find out about the importance of the vice presidential candidate in a presidential election, and how this person is more than a running mate. This mini-lesson…
Overview
Find out about the importance of the vice presidential candidate in a presidential election, and how this person is more than a running mate. This mini-lesson will explain the history of the office of the vice presidency and describe the modern role of the VP. Let students practice what they learn by selecting from a pool of potential VP nominees to run with them for president.
Grade Levels
- 6-8
- 9-12
Learning Objectives
- Identify why there is a presidential line of succession
- Explain how and why the office of the vice president was created
- Explain the current role of vice presidents and what the job entails
- Describe the impact of a running mate on a presidential campaign