Second Branch: The Executive
Lesson Plan
What are the powers of the president? In this lesson, students take a deep dive into Article II of the Constitution to examine the structure and function of…
Overview
What are the powers of the president? In this lesson, students take a deep dive into Article II of the Constitution to examine the structure and function of the executive branch.
Grade Levels
- 9-12
Learning Objectives
- Describe the executive branch
- Identify and define Article II of the Constitution
- Identify the president’s roles and powers
- Explain how and why presidential powers were limited during the writing of the Constitution
- Identify executive departments and what they do