US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Applying for Citizenship: The Court Hearing
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the court hearing step in the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen. Links to related sites are available.
IQ Site
Iq Study Activities: Grade 2 Social Studies: Citizenship
A set of fifty multiple-choice questions that assess students' understanding of citizenship.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Preparing for the Oath: u.s. History and Civics for Citizenship
This site from the National Museum of American History, part of the Smithsonian Institution, is a great site for citizens and those learning to become citizens alike. Review the fifteen themes that deal with U.S. history and civics,...
Daily Teaching Tools
Daily Teaching Tools: I Civics Attributes
This Daily Teaching Tools resource explains the attributes associated with the free educational game designed by Sandra Day O'Connor, iCivics. Teachers can use this resource to assess understanding of the American government and...
National Geographic
National Geographic: The Limits of Citizenship in the Roman Empire
This lesson focuses on the roles citizens had during the Roman Empire through fictional biographies.
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: America in Class: Citizen Leadership in the Young Republic
Lesson on citizen leadership explores the point of view of John Adams on essential qualities of leadership and a new nation. Lesson content includes background, text analysis and Close Reading questions, vocabularyand teacher's notes....
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: American Government: Civil Liberties and Responsibilities
Georgia Virtual Learning module on civic responsibility in the U.S. offers mult-media resources.
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: Building Democracy: Every New Generation
Activity in which students read and write about whether or not today's generation of youth are prepared for the leaderhip and citizenship roles of tomorrow. Students will evaluate the role of schools and recommend approach to civic...
Utah Education Network
Uen: Civics: Government, Citizenship and Elections
Website sporting three topics main topics in Civics, Government, Citizenship and Elections from which students can explore information through subtopics within each one. With links to primary resources and other related material.
Other
Us Citizenship: u.s. Immigration Made Easy
Gives up-to-date information on immigration. Guides you through the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen, allows you to take a practice test, find out the cost, and even file your application online.
CPALMS
Florida State University Cpalms: Florida Students: Citizenship: It All Starts Here!
Examines what citizenship is, the difference between a citizen by birth and a naturalized one, and the process for becoming a naturalized citizenship. A PDF file of the tutorial is available.
Other
Do something.org
Do Something is a nationwide network of young people who know they can make a difference in their communities and take action to change the world around them. As part of Do Something, young people are asked what they want to do to make...
Other
Character Counts: Homepage
This site has information about the Character Counts program and workshops. Click on Resources and guides for free sample classroom activities, a parenting guide, a children's booklist and more.
Other
Civics Online: (Re)envisioning the Democratic Community
Civics Online offers teachers, students, and parents many excellent resources to enhance the learning of civics in the classroom and at home.
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Excellent site offered from the Constitutional Rights Foundation and dedicated to "educating tomorrow's citizens." Many great links and activities are available.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Democracy in America: Citizenship: Making Government Work
This unit on citizenship introduces the question "What is government?" from a philosophical perspective, and delves into the meaning of government, how it works, etc. through a Video on Demand, assignments, and critical thinking and more.
4-H
National 4 H Council
Learn about local volunteering opportunities for kids of all ages at the National 4-H Council website.
Other
Gettysburg College: The Eisenhower Institute
Review articles regarding current topics on public policy and the development of strong leaders.
Other
Pine Tree Legal Assistance: Legal Guide for Immigrants to Maine
Great English-Spanish site that explains public benefits available to immigrants in the state of Maine and their impact on obtaining legal residency or citizenship in the United States. Though specifically written for non-citizens in...
Other
Pine Tree Legal Assistance: Legal Guide for Immigrants to Maine
Great English-Spanish site that explains public benefits available to immigrants in the state of Maine and their impact on obtaining legal residency or citizenship in the United States.
Other
American Red Cross
Home page of the American Red Cross with links to disaster services, biomedical services, international services, community services, military services, health and safety services, volunteer services, and youth services. Also includes...
East of England Broadband Network
E2 Bn: History's Heroes: Great Campaigners
It is important that students be good citizens and play and understand the people who campaign various issues in their environment. This particular unit identifies some fine campaigners who used their religion to influence their lives....
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: Resource Bank
This page contains an extensive collection of links to pdf versions of lessons and handouts needed to teach the Citizens, Not Spectators curriculum. Has lessons for upper elementary, middle school, and secondary.
Other
First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government
A launching point for information about the U.S. government and its resources. One can search FirstGov by keyword or phrase, by browsing a topics list, or by selecting a federal branch (executive, legislative, or judicial). State and...