The State Governor

Overview

In this lesson, students discover the roles and responsibilities of a governor. Through a reading and board game, the class will identify the source of a governor's power, as well as how that power is best used in a variety of situations.

Learning Objectives

Students will be able to...

Describe the structure, powers, and authority of the state executive branch.
Identify the source of a governor’s power.
Decide which of a governor’s powers is best used in specific situations.
Describe how a governor can use executive power to maintain order and safety in the state.
Evaluate the role of state government in issues related to public safety and maintaining order.

These resources were created with support from the Charles Evans Hughes Memorial Foundation