How to Teach an AP Government Course with Confidence

I will be the first to admit that teaching AP Government can be extremely stressful, even for seasoned teachers. The topics are challenging, the workload is heavy, and students take the class with high expectations of earning college credit. It’s no wonder many teachers feel the pressure! Luckily, the good news is you don’t have to do it alone! I’ve created a fully prepped AP Government course that includes everything you need to successfully teach the class from start to finish. With this bundle, you’ll have access to comprehensive resources, organized lesson plans, and free lifetime updates.

Imagine having your year all planned out in advance with ready-to-go lessons, unit tests, projects, activities, study guides, and Google Slides. No more scrambling to piece together materials or spending hours reworking content. The AP Government Course has proven results. Plus, it will take the stress of planning off your shoulders.

Make sure to dive into this older blog post about my AP US Government Course. Additionally, if you need other ready to go government materials, check out the Government and Civics Course. It is a great supplement for the AP Government Course.

What’s Included in the AP Government Bundle?

The course isn’t just a set of lesson plans; it’s built to carry you and your students through the entire year! Every unit is organized and accessible in both print and digital formats. Each unit includes activities, assessments, projects, and review materials. A pacing guide and daily lesson plans are also included to make the flow of the year simple to follow.

Additionally, one of the highlights of the course is the weekly current events assignments. These activities bring in fresh, real-world examples that connect directly to the curriculum, helping students see the relevance of government in their everyday lives. I also regularly update this section. So, you’ll always have new and relevant materials to use.

The course is divided into nine units:
Constitutional Foundations, Political Ideology and Beliefs, Political Participation, The Legislative Branch and Congress, The Executive Branch and the Presidency, The Bureaucracy, The Judicial Branch, Civil Liberties and Civil Rights, and Exam Review. You’ll also receive a full four weeks of AP exam review! Plus, all the unit and cumulative exams to prepare students for test day.

Proven Results

Teachers who have used my AP Government Course have seen strong student success. The results speak for themselves: an 88% pass rate with an average AP score of 3.85! The way the course is structured makes it easy for students to stay on track. The resources are designed to build both understanding and confidence in key concepts. I am also an AP Grader, so this bundle reflects that perspective as well. 

Government and Civics Course

In addition to the AP Government course, I also offer a Civics and American Government course! While not AP-specific, it provides another excellent option for teachers looking for complete, organized, and editable resources.

This course features over 500 activities, PPT notes with embedded videos, a pacing calendar, and email support. Like the AP Government bundle, it comes with free lifetime updates as I continue to refine and add to the material. The six main units cover Constitutional Foundations, Political Beliefs and Behaviors, The Executive Branch, The Legislative Branch, The Judicial Branch, and a final project and research paper.

For teachers working in distance learning or a homeschool setting, this course also includes a dedicated Distance Learning bundle to make instruction more flexible and accessible.

Not sure about the full bundle? Be sure to head over to Teachers Pay Teachers to see my full preview of the course! Additionally, I would love for you to scroll through all of my offerings. Many of the projects and activities in the Government and Civics bundle can also be purchased individually. I also have an older blog post specifically about this course bundle.

Teaching an AP Government Course

As we are all gearing up for a new school year, this is the perfect time to make your life easier by investing in my fully created AP Government course. It’s been my pride and joy to develop and refine these materials. I know this is something that can take so much stress off of a teacher’s plate. Teaching AP Government doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With this bundle, you can focus on guiding students through meaningful discussions and helping them succeed instead of worrying about daily prep. Additionally, I would highly suggest that you also check out my Government and Civics course. This course has some great materials to supplement any AP Government course. 

Have you taught an AP Government course before? I’d love to hear about your experience. Drop a comment below if you have any questions or just want to chat about AP Government courses!