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First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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...
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Grades K 2

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Here you can learn all about the U.S. Government! Find information on our nation, how our government works, your own neighborhood, and the main government symbols. Games and other activities are also included!
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Ben's Ab Cs

For Students 2nd - 4th
Each letter of this alphabet is linked to an important aspect of the U.S. Government, e.g. "A is for Armed Forces" has a link to the Air Force. Links are made to the Bill of Rights, symbols, branches of government and The Constitution....
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government: Executive Branch (9 12)

For Students 9th - 10th
Ben's Guide to U.S. Government provides a description of the executive branch and what it is responsible for. Includes links to related information.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government: Executive Branch (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students in grades K-12. This site presents an overview of the Executive branch of government. Links to related sites are available.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government

For Students 3rd - 5th
A brief overview of the origins of the three branches of the federal government, with links to more in-depth information about each branch. Also discusses the concerns of the Founding Fathers about creating a government that had...
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Legislative Branch

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Find out about the duties of the legislative branch of government. Check out Ben's Guide!
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Gov Spot: u.s. Government, State Government, Congress, Government Jobs

For Students 9th - 10th
GovSpot is a non-partisan government information portal for and about the U.S. government. Content includes top news surrounding the U.S. government, as well as a wealth of information on top political issues, social services, government...
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government: The President's Budget

For Students 6th - 8th
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present US laws to students. This site presents an explanation of the Presidential Budget. Links to related sites are available.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Judicial Branch (6 8)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from Ben's Guide to U.S. Government provides a brief overview of the judicial branch of the federal government. Discusses the origin of the judicial branch, the concept of judicial review, and functions of the judicial branch....
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Government

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Cartoon Ben Franklin guides students through the U.S. government by providing short descriptions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branches of Government

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present US laws to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of the branches of Government. Links to related sites are available.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Branch O Mania

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
Learning game for ages 4 and above the U.S. Government in which players use the information they have gained from Learning Adventures and help Ben Franklin catch the icons that are unique to each branch of government.
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Tom Richey: Ap u.s. Government and Politics: The Federal Judiciary

For Students 10th - 12th
Tom Richey's AP U.S. Government class component on the Federal Judiciary teaches about Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in this module. Includes downloadable unit materials, lecture notes and PowerPoint presentations.
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US Government Publishing Office

U.s. Government Publishing Office: Federal Digital System

For Students 9th - 10th
The core mission of Keeping America Informed, dated to 1813 when Congress determined to make information regarding the work of the three branches of Government available to all Americans. The U.S Government Printing Office (GPO) provides...
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U.s. Government Publishing Office: Our American Government, 2000 Edition

For Students 9th - 10th
A popular introductory guide for American citizens and those of other countries who seek a greater understanding of our heritage of democracy. The question-and-answer format covers a broad range of topics dealing with the legislative,...
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The White House

The White House: Our Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Overviews of the major elements of U.S. government, compiled and published by the White House: three branches of the federal government (executive, legislative, judicial), the Constitution, federal agencies and commissions, elections and...
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The House of Representatives

For Students 3rd - 5th
This great site offers information about qualifications and duties of the United States House of Representatives.
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National Cable Satellite Corporation

C Span Classroom: Free Resources for Teaching Civics and u.s. Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a site filled with current events that make connections to the relevant historical topics. There are six clickable topics, the videos of which are updated weekly. RealPlayer is needed and registration is required to stream or...
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Executive Branch

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Find out who is involved in the Executive Branch of the Government, and what the duties of those positions are.
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The President of the United States (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 5th
Describes the job and duties of the President of the United States as head of the executive branch. Also discusses how the President is elected and the length of terms of office.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The President of the United States (9 12)

For Students 9th - 10th
Summarizes the role of the President as the Head of the Executive Branch and the powers and duties assigned to him by the Constitution. Provides links to further information.
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Introduction to u.s. Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the ideas and principles of American government including its influences, foundation, and basic tenets (such as checks and balances and federalism).
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Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Learning Adventures: How Laws Are Made: The Language of the Law

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
Learning Adventures from Bensguide summarizes the process of lawmaking outlined in the U.S. Constitution and provides links to a glossary of legislative terms and Congressional Resolution from 2003.

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