iCivics | Free Lesson Plans and Games for Learning Civics

For me, civic education is the key to inspiring kids to want to stay involved in making a difference.

Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor, U.S. Supreme Court

iCivics has helped my students to become better educated and comfortable with the functions of the United States government. They are now more engaged in the political process and exhibit confidence when discussing political issues.

Nathan McAlister, History Teacher, Kansas

With iCivics, you get to take charge and solve the nation’s problems, and you begin to really see how much of an impact you can make to the community, state, even country and make this country better.

Julie Lewelling, 13 years old (8th grade), Coronado, K-8, Tucson, AZ

I have worked to promote civic education for young people through iCivics. I consider engaging the next generations of citizens to be my most important work yet and my legacy.

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, U.S. Supreme Court [Ret.]

My students played “¿Tengo algún derecho?” and they absolutely loved it. After playing the Spanish version a few times, they were more successful when playing “Do I Have A Right?” in English.

Miriam Gonzerelli, Bilingual Language Arts, TOR Middle School, Stamford, CT

I love getting to play iCivics. It’s amazing how much your view changes when you’re the one to have to take care of the people; not the other way around. It opened up my mind about how much work it is to keep everyone happy and made me appreciate my government much more.

Kylie Ray, 7th grade, Waco, TX

I find the materials so engaging, relevant, and easy to understand – I now use iCivics as a central resource, and use the textbook as a supplemental tool. The games are invaluable for applying the concepts we learn in class. My seniors LOVE iCivics.

Lynna Landry , AP US History & Government / Economics Teacher and Department Chair, California

I have found that students are absolutely excited about playing the games. They love "winning" the games, via court trials, etc. Even the most reluctant readers are fighting over who has the highest score in "Do I Have A Right?" all while learning. It is amazing!

Gloria Darlington, Social Studies Teacher, Maryland

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ICIVICS BLOG & NEWS

10 Years: Reimagining Civic Education, Fueling a Movement

May 28, 2019

iCivics is at the forefront of ensuring civic education is a reality for future generations, both inside and outside of the classroom.

iCivics Hosts Inaugural Youth Fellowship Exploring Equity

Aug 19, 2019

12 Equity in Civics Youth Fellows were selected out of 16 finalists, hailing from diverse backgrounds to explore and define equity in civic education.

Prepare to teach the 2020 election with iCivics

Aug 15, 2019

Want to teach your students about political systems as the 2020 presidential election approaches? Discover iCivics in the Clever Library.

R2LNextGen Students Play Do I Have a Right?

Aug 05, 2019

The iCivics team led a workshop for students to help them brush up on their civic knowledge and skills using the game, Do I Have a Right?

Prepare Your Students for the AP Gov Exam with iCivics

Aug 01, 2019

iCivics has partnered with Study Edge to create an online, on-demand course to prepare your students for the AP Gov & Politics exam.

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A Teacher’s 10 Year Journey with iCivics

Jul 31, 2019

iCivics Educator Network member, Joe Harmon (PA) shares how iCivics has impacted his teaching career for our 10th anniversary.

iCivics is now integrated with Clever!

Jul 25, 2019

We are thrilled to announce that iCivics is now available in the Clever Library.

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Playtesting: A New Cast Your Vote is On The Way

Jul 18, 2019

iCivics' Director of Digital Learning shares observations from student playtesting of the redesigned, Cast Your Vote game, which will be released in...

iCivics Game Nights: Democracy at Play

Jun 27, 2019

Across the country this school year, iCivics Game Challenge events encouraged civic engagement for participants of all ages.

We The Jury inspires peer-to-peer court program

Jun 19, 2019

Soledad O'Brien's Matter of Fact features restorative justice approach to school discipline inspired by iCivics game.

10 Years: iCivics Then And Now, a Teacher Perspective

Jun 12, 2019

iCivics Educator Network member, Leigh Stovall (AL), shares a reflection about how iCivics has evolved over the past ten years.