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Government Sites
Abraham Lincoln: An Extraordinary
Life - (National Museum of American History) - Visit the online version of this exhibition
to explore artifacts from Lincoln's life, including the wedge he used to split wood in the 1830s, an
office suit used during his presidency, and the top hat he wore to Ford’s Theater on April 14, 1865.
African
American History and Culture - Encyclopedia Smithsonian - Find great information here
about African American artists, inventors, musicians and important people in U.S. history.
Alamosaurus - (National Park Service) - Alamosaurus is the only
known sauropod in North America from this time period (Upper Cretaceous). All North American
sauropods died out about 105 million years ago. Then, after a 35-40 million year gap, Alamosaurus
appeared in North America about 70 million years ago. (All dinosaurs became extinct about 65
million years ago.)
America by Air - National Air and Space
Museum - (Smithsonian Institution) - This site has different activities, including a virtual
flight across America during different parts of the twentieth century. Visitors can click on the "Fly
Across America" to view period documents that depict what the in-flight experience was like from the
1920s to the present. Tthe "Explore Exhibition" takes visitors through the different periods of American
aviation history, complete with historic photographs, first-hand recollections, and more.
America on the Move - America on the move explores the role of transportation
in American history. Learn how railroads and other transportation helped bring communities
together.
America’s Story from America’s Library - (Library of Congress) - Learn about
amazing Americans like Buffalo Bill and Harriet Tubman, find out about interesting inventions, and
get fascinating facts and read stories about all the states and Washington D.C.
Apollo 11: Walking On the
Moon - What did it take to put a man on the Moon? What were the dangers? Who were
the Apollo 11 astronauts? How did they live in space? Visit Walking on the Moon to experience the
incredible Apollo 11 mission!
Beauty Surrounds Us -
National Museum of the American Indian - (Smithsonian) - This web exhibit also
provides an activity for each section the exhibit is divided into, such as "Tools of Existence",
"Recreation and Pastimes", "Design as Identity", and "Expressions of Identity." The activity tests a
visitor's comprehension and memory of the objects' written descriptions given when you click on the
object's picture.
Bill of Rights - Charters of Freedom - (National Archives) -
On September 25, 1789, the First Congress of the United States proposed to the state legislatures 12
amendments to the Constitution. Articles 3 to 12 were ratified by three-fourths of the state
legislatures, constitute the first 10 amendments of the Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights.
Biography of Abraham Lincoln - (White House) -
Learn about our 16th president.
Built in America - (Library of Congress) - These collections record
achievements in architecture, engineering, and design in the United States and its territories through
a range of building types and engineering technologies.
Civil War - America’s Story - (Library of Congress) - After Abraham
Lincoln was elected president in 1860, 11 Southern states seceded (or withdrew) from the Union and
set up an independent government--the Confederate States of America. These events led to the
outbreak of the Civil War.
Clara Barton National Historic Site - The website consists of two
sections: a virtual tour of Clara Barton National Historic Site and an activities section with fun and
educational learning exercises.
Digging for Answers - (Smithsonian
Education) - Tests your research skills as well as your expertise. With each question, you have the
choice of answering on your own or trying to beat the clock as you search for the answer on a
Smithsonian website. (Flash required)
Dinosaur National Monument - Dinosaur National Monument protects a
large deposit of fossil bones of creatures that lived nearly 150 million years ago. The fossils help us
learn more about these fascinating animals.
Edison National Historic Site - Edison's improvements to the telegraph and the
telephone placed him on the cutting edge of communication technology at the turn of the Twentieth
Century. If Edison were living today, he would be interested in both the Internet and the World Wide
Web, a technology that can now make the legacy of the world's most famous inventor available to
you.
Flags of the World - The World
Factbook - (Central Intelligence Agency) - This page shows each countries flags; you can
also click on the country name for more facts.
Garrett A. Morgan Technology and
Transportation Futures Program (Grades K-5) - (Federal Highway Administration) - Find
out about the inventor Garrett A. Morgan and what the Federal Highway Administration does for
you.
Geospatial Intelligence - For Kids - Collecting information above or below the
earth's surface can answer questions about a particular place. That information can be used for all
kinds of stuff. See how it is done.
Hall of Presidents - National Portrait Gallery - (Smithsonian Institution)
- This virtual tour will allow you to navigate through the National Portrait Gallery's, Hall of
Presidents.
Historical Documents - Includes information on the Declaration of
Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and more.
How Maps are Made - A lot goes into making a map. Learn how the maps are
made.
Image Ace - Satellite Map Game - By looking at satellite photos,
help Orbit find Terry Firma.
Indian
Health Services - Kids Page - Learn more about Native Americans culture. Read their
tales and folklore.
Kids
and Families Page - (Library of Congress) - This website shares its collections, stories,
online collections and more for students and teachers.
Kids in the
House - Explore the role the Office of the Clerk plays in the U.S. House of
Representatives. Learn about the
legislative process and its effect on you.
Language Lessons - Coverdell World Wise
Schools - (Peace Corps) - Listen to language lessons from around the world.
Learning about Asia-Pacific - Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific
region.
Library of Congress Webcasts for Kids &
Families - Get links to more than 500 webcasts on everything from writing music,
forecasting the weather, publishing the Declaration of Independence, and much more.
Local
Legacies - Local Events across the United States
MapStats
for Kids - Check out this site and you can learn concepts about maps and statistics
through cool games.
Mine Safety and Health Administration - Look here for information
about the dangers of playing near or in mines.
Mr. Lincoln's Virtual Library - (Library of Congress) - Mr. Lincoln's Virtual
Library highlights two collections at the Library of Congress that feature the life of Abraham Lincoln
(1809-1865), the sixteenth president of the United States.
My Wonderful World - Explore the rich online resources created by Smithsonian
experts for learning more about our world!
National Museum of American History - Discover history through
objects, photographs, and terrific books! Explore the playful side of invention with activities designed
to use your imagination.
Nez Perce National Historic Trail - Educators
Guide - (Forest Service) - Get helpful resources including a Educators Guide to help you
teach the Nez Perce Trail history.
Nez Perce National Historic Trail - Just for Kids - Learn about the Nez Perce
(Nee-Me-Poo) National Historic Trail with word games and puzzles, a math game, coloring book, and
other fun activities just for you.
NGA Kids' Site - Games - (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) - Connect
the dots, make a map, word search, and more.
Our
Nation - (Government Printing Office) - Find our Quick Facts about the United States
and our Nation's Capitol.
Our Story In History - Our Story In History is designed to help you enjoy
exploring history through museum programs featuring objects from collections, quality children's
literature, and hands-on activities.
Peace
Corps Challenge - This game gives you the opportunity to work in the fictional village of
Wanzuzu as a Peace Corps Volunteer.
Portals to the World - Portals to the World contains selective links providing
authoritative, in-depth information about the nations and other areas of the world.
Portrait for Kids - Follow the clues and help solve a make-believe mystery! Using
your noggin and a special spyglass tool, you’ll uncover hidden layers of the painting and learn
fascinating facts about the portrait along the way, from the National Gallery of Art. Let the sleuthing
begin!
Presidential Libraries - (National Archives) - Presidential Libraries present vast
archives of documents, museums full of important Presidential artifacts, and informative web sites.
Publishing the Declaration - (Library of Congress) -
This webcast features the American Declaration of Independence, focusing on its distribution through
early American newspapers.
Research Presidential Materials - (National Archives) - Every day
the President and his staff generate thousands of documents providing insight into the issues
confronting our nation. Presidential Libraries preserve not only these official records, but also the
personal papers of Presidential family members, associates, and friends.
Slide Shows - Coverdell World Wise
Schools - (Peace Corps) - Listen to Peace Corps Volunteers talk about their experience
and express their opinions through their own photographs and in their own voices.
Smithsonian Latino Center's Kids Corner - This site highlights Latino
exhibitions and collections from across the Smithsonian; there are three major galleries: 1) a Kids
Gallery with an activity that shows the importance of portraiture in cultural and artistic expression; 2)
the Son Clave Lounge featuring Latino music from the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural
Heritage video collection; 3) Meso Time, a unique space allowing the user to take a virtual visit
through Mexico’s pre-Columbian past.
The New
United States of America Adopted the Bill of Rights - America’s Library - (Library of
Congress) - Do you know your Bill of Rights? It is the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution,
confirming the fundamental rights of American citizens.
Today In History - (Library of Congress) - This site contains informative
information about what happened on, say, October 21. Each "Today" contains links to various
archival documents that have been offered up online as part of the American Memory project.
U.S. Electoral College - (Office of the Federal Register) - The
Electoral College is not a place; it is a process that began as part of the original design of the U.S.
Constitution. The people of the U.S. vote for the electors who then vote for the President. Read more
about how the terms "Elector" and "Electoral College" came into use.
USA
Freedom Corps Kids - (White House) - Like working with animals at an animal shelter,
helping your neighbors or keeping our environment clean? Learn about different volunteer
opportunities at this site.
Videos - Coverdell World Wise Schools - (Peace Corps) -
Vivid videos of daily life in Peace Corps countries from Kyrgyzstan and Sri Lanka to the Dominican
Republic and Paraguay. Gender and Development videos are also available.
Volunteer Voices Podcasts - (Peace Corps) - Tune in
to stories from around the world, written and read by Peace Corps Volunteers.
Where's Smithy? - (Smithsonian Institution) - Meet a border collie named
Smithy. He has run away and is somewhere at the Smithsonian. Figure out where Smithy is and then
follow him by visiting Smithsonian museums on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Women's History Month - (Library of Congress) - This site pays tribute to the
generations of women whose commitment to nature and the planet have proved invaluable to
society.
Other Resources
Africa - We sent kids
from four schools in Africa cameras so they could show us their world. Each school took photos to
make a MY WORLD album and tell us about where they live. Check out their albums.
African American
World - Match African American heroes with the events that made them famous.
African American World - PBS - Play games, send e-cards and find out what kids
like you have said about their favorite African American heroes.
BrainPOP - Social Studies - BrainPOP's has animated movies created to
explain the world around us in an engaging way. There are some FREE movies, but most you have
to subscribe to. Kids, make sure to talk this over with your parents.
Citizenship Quiz - History.com - Test your knowledge on Amercian
Government, American History and Civics.
Colonial Williamsburg Kids Zone - The Kids Zone offers games, activities, and
resources about life in colonial America.
Education Place for Students - Free games, activities, and resources for
students studying math, reading, social studies, and science.
Inside
History for Kids - All kinds of interesting tidbits.
Maps Tools for Adventure - Maps are a part of every
great adventure. They help you find your way, share information, look at patterns, and solve
problems
My Wonderful World - for Kids and Teens - You
might not know it, but you're already a global citizen -- geography is a part of your everyday life.
National Geographic Kids Stories - Wanna hear about current events?
National Geographic gives you the top news stories on animals and nature, people and places, and
even wacky news.
Nick News with Linda Ellerbee - Read daily stories
and find out about current events that will shape YOUR world.
O
Ambassadors - An exciting new joint project of Oprah’s Angel Network and Free The
Children that will inspire young people to become active, compassionate and knowledgeable global
citizens. The program connects young people in North America with people around the world to
create lasting change. Participants address problems such as hunger, poverty and limited access to
education.
People and Places - Sesame Street Playlists - Watch videos
and learn about different people and places.
Sea Monsters Adventure Game - Can you survive the seven
deadliest seas of all time in this game? Take the plunge! You will need the Flash 6 or above plug-in
to play this game.
Skeleton Jigsaws from the BBC - Imagine how
hard it is to reconstruct animals from fossil bones where many of the pieces are broken up or lost. Try
your luck with the jigsaws.
Truman 4 Kids - There are many fun things here to help you learn about our 33rd
President, Harry S. Truman.
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