Creator: Government Printing Office | visit site
Grade Range: K - 11
Here’s an introduction to American government that even the youngest students can appreciate. Divided into four grade levels, the site explains the structure and purpose of American government in age-appropriate terms for everyone from Kindergarteners to high school students. For example, there are four interactive games for your primary students (grades k-2)that make learning about our government fun. Have students learn states’ locations by placing them on the map. Color the USA flag, help Ben Franklin out of a maze, or find your way around the liberty bell. There are also age-specific activities divided into grades 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12.
In the Classroom
With younger grades, use an interactive whiteboard or projector to learn the states’ locations with the entire group. This simple site would be great to use in your computer center for individual learning or for some indoor recess enrichment fun. Secondary teachers looking for more than the basics will want to supplement this site with other resources. There is a link for parents and teachers, be sure to take a look!
At Home
Go through this site with the entire family to learn the basics of American government. Younger children will enjoy the interactive games. Pick out your state on the U.S. map page. Print out coloring pages and enjoy the other pencil and paper activities.
Tags
constitution, franklin, states,
Subjects
American History, Geography (US/World), Government/Civics: U.S, Social Studies, Social Studies,