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.

Teaching Impeaching: When Lessons Change

Oct 09, 2019

iCivics Educator Network Member, Jenifer Hitchcock (VA), shares how she quickly crafted a lesson plan on impeachment to address her students' questions.

iCivics Featured in Boston Globe

Oct 08, 2019

New Massachusetts state standards for civics instruction are changing the way civics is taught and prioritized across the state.

October Resources: All Eyes On Media Literacy

Oct 01, 2019

Use these iCivics Media Literacy teaching resources to support your lesson planning to the 2020 presidential election.

Join the 2020 iCivics Educator Network

Sep 12, 2019

Applications for the 2020 iCivics Educator Network are due by December 1st. Apply now!

Constitution Day: Behind-the-Scenes of Race to Ratify

Sep 11, 2019

Prepare for Constitution Day by learning how iCivics’ first ever historical video game, Race to Ratify, was created.

September Resources: Help Students Understand Their Rights

Sep 03, 2019

iCivics is providing teaching resources each month this year to support your lesson planning to the 2020 presidential election.

We’re in sync...with Google Classroom!

Aug 28, 2019

Teachers can now link their iCivics accounts with Google Classroom.

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iCivics & Discovery Education to Host Virtual Viewing Party on Constitution Day

Aug 27, 2019

Register your students to attend on September 17 and engage them in finding their voices and knowing their rights.

New Resources for Massachusetts Civics Standards

Aug 26, 2019

iCivics offers a full set of resources to help Massachusetts teachers address the new standards for the grade 8 civics course and civics standards at other grade levels.

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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.