Just for Students

Today in History: Do You Know What Happened on This Date in History? Click here to find out.

Our Constitution

Constitution of the United States
This is a great site to view high resolution scans of the original, signed Constitution; read an essay about the Constitutional convention; learn dozens of fascinating facts about the Constitution; and learn about each of the signers at this site from the National Archives and Records Administration.

How the Federal Government Works

Ben Franklin's Guide to U.S. Government
Learn how your U.S. Government works, about its history and your civic responsibilities by reading these pages and playing the games on this site.

How Our Laws Are Made
This publication written by the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives describes the procedures of Congress.

Kid's in the House: The Official Kid's Page of the U.S. House of Representatives
Learn about the legislative process and its effect on you. Experience the exciting world of government like you never have before.

Search Legislation in Congress

Legislative Research
A wealth of information about bills and resolutions being considered in the Congress, as well as current information about what's happening on the House floor and about how individual Members voted on specific measures.

Facts about the Federal Government and the U.S.

First Gov for Kids
The federal government's portal for fun, educational and safe sites for kids.

Presidents of the United States
The biographies of the presidents’ give us a clear look into the highs and lows of American history. Learn more about the presidents and the change we faced in the past and challenges yet to come.

Whitehousekids.gov
Visit the White House's official page for kids and learn about president, his responsibilities and the history of the office.

World Fact Book – United States
The CIA’s the World Fact Book where kids learn about the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues of the United States as well as other nations around the world.

In the News

Kid's News
Read news just for kids at the Washington Post Kid's Post Page.

Washington, D.C.

National Zoo
Meet the animals that live at our national zoo.

National Children's Museum
Take a tour of the National Children's Museum.

EPA's Explorers' Club
Learn about the environment and what you can do to protect it.

Smithsonian Kids' Castle
The Smithsonian's official site for kids includes games and learning material about the things that kids are interested in.

Youth Recognition

The Congressional Award
The Congressional Award is a public partnership created by Congress to promote and recognize achievement, initiative, and service in America's youth. The Congressional Award provides a unique opportunity for young people to set and achieve personally challenging goals that build character and foster community service, personal development, and citizenship.