Government

Learn about the United States government, its 3 branches, the White House, the Constitution, and state governments.

Resources in this category:

Ben's Guide to US Government for Kids
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/

"Virtual Ben Franklin explains branches of U.S. Government and how they started. Learn about citizenship, elections, symbols, and more. Play some games while you're at it!"

CIA's Homepage for Kids
https://www.cia.gov/kids-page/index.html

Learn all about the United States CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) and how they work with the President and other leaders to keep the United States safe. On this site, you'll meet Ginger, who will lead you on a tour of the Agency. You can also learn about the K-9 Corps or try to break a secret code.

Constitution for Kids
http://www.usconstitution.net/constkids4.html

Find an introduction to the Constitution for different grade levels, along with the full text of the Constitution, and photos of the original document.

The Constitution of the United States of America
http://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/constitution.overvie...

This site contains the entire text of the United States Constitution, including the preamble, all seven articles, the signers, and amendments to the Constitution.

Department of Treasury's Page for Kids
http://www.treas.gov/kids/

Let "Trez" the cat take you on a tour of the United States Department of the Treasury. You can learn about savings bonds and taxes or see pictures of new coins.

Electing A President
http://www2.lhric.org/pocantico/election/election.htm

A site written for elementary students to help them learn about the presidential election process. There is also fun activities, a quiz, and a teacher's guide too.

FBI Kid's Page
http://www.fbi.gov/kids/k5th/kidsk5th.htm

Meet Darrell and Shirley, they are bomb-sniffing dogs that work for the FBI. They host this page where you can learn about the FBI and what is does, the types of jobs working dogs can do, and how to stay safe both on and off the web. Games are included.

A Federal Prosecuter's Job
http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/eousa/kidspage/index.html

Have you ever wondered how the criminal justice system works? Or what the Attorney General's job is? Visit this Department of Justice page to find out more about how the justice system and courts work in the United States.

Government & Politics
http://www.northvalley.net/kids/government.shtml

Here's a list of great links to Web sites about the American governement. Visit the White House, the Pentagon, and even the FBI.

Kids in the House
http://clerkkids.house.gov/

The Office of the Clerk's official website for parents, teachers and kids to learn about Congress. It spotlights "an interactive center that helps kids learn about the United States House of Representatives and its role in lawmaking" and a virtual field trip to Capitol Hill, the House Chamber and Statuary Hall.

Kids Web-- Government
http://www.npac.syr.edu/textbook/kidsweb/government.html

This site has information about the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of the government, the White House, and state and local governments. You can also find out more about countries outside the United States, including constitutions of countries all over the world, and the United Nations.

Learning Page of the Library of Congress
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ammem/ndlpedu/

Pathfinders guide you through American Memories. Lots of photos of Americans and even some games where they turn photos into puzzles you can play with.

National Constitution Center
http://www.constitutioncenter.org/

At this site you can learn all about the United States Constitution and what it means. You can also find out about other documents that have been important in U.S. history.

The Pledge of Allegiance and what it means
http://www.flagday.org/Pages/StoryofPledge.html

Here are the words to the Pledge of Allegiance, as well as the meaning.

Social Security
http://www.ssa.gov/kids/

Learn what Social Security is and how it works. You can also apply for a social security card online at this site.

State and Local Governments
http://lcweb.loc.gov/global/state/stategov.html

Do you need to know about government? Then this is the place for you! This list of resources provides access to information about each state's government, plus maps of states and some information about local governments.

U.S. Department of State: Future State
http://future.state.gov/future/index.html

Future State presents information about current international affairs and State Department activities. It also includes information about international diplomacy and the countries of the world, including maps, government information, and more. There are also activities and resources for students, teachers, and parents.

U.S. Presidents and the Presidency
http://www.worldbook.com/wb/Students?content_spotlight/presi...

"World Book editors have compiled a series of articles about U.S. presidents and the presidency." The site includes a few quizes "to test your knowledge about U.S. presidents, vice presidents, and first ladies."

U.S. Treasury FAQs: Currency
http://www.treas.gov/education/faq/currency/

How much money is printed each day? How come the Treasury removed the two-dollar bill from circulation? Find the answers to these questions and more at this site.

United States Senate
http://www.senate.gov/

Official site of the US Senate.

White House Kids Home Page
http://www.whitehouse.gov/kids/

Get great information about the White House, the President, the Vice President, the First Lady, and even the President’s pets! Also, try the quizzes and games, a math challenge, news for kids, and pictures of stuff going on at the White House.