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“If I Were President” Essay Writing Contest
Spark your students' imagination with our creative writing prompt, where they can explore what it means to lead the country. These resources build knowledge for students before they take their pen to paper. Submissions offer a unique opportunity to celebrate students' creativity and civic-mindedness!
Essential Question
What would it be like if I were president?
Objective
This lesson is designed to invite students to explore the role of the president and identify the qualities they want to see in the leader of the free nation.
Resources Available
- Lesson Slides - Click Here to Download ›
- Connections to Today: Branches of US Government
- Experience Voices & Views: Patriotism & Government
- “Collaborate with Others” Civic Skill Video
- “What is the job of the President?” Civic Reading Passage
- “Collaborate with Others” Civic Skill Practice
- “If I were President” Watch Video Here
- “If I were President” Contest Directions
- “If I were President” Writing Graphic Organizer
- “If I were President” Writing Templates
- “If I were President” Contest Certificate