Web Sites To Explore

America's Library

Visit this special Library of Congress site to "Jump Back in Time" and "Meet Amazing Americans."

Ben's Guide to the United States Government

What better guide than Ben Franklin to help you understand the ins and outs of the U.S. government? Click on your grade level for best results.

The House of Representatives

Keep track of legislation and tour the Capitol from this site. Learn how to contact your representative house.gov/writerep/

Documents at The National Archives

View the originals! Visit this site to see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Click on "Founding Fathers" for biographies of the Constitutional Convention delegates.

National Park Service Revolutionary War Site

The National Park Service is celebrating the 225th anniversary of the Revolution at this site. Click on "This Date in History," view the timeline, check out special events, and links.

POTUS! (Presidents of the United States)

Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the presidents!

The Senate

Enhance your knowledge at "Learning About the Senate." Click on "list by state" to find out how to contact your senator.

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Can't visit the museum? Go on a virtual tour. Visit the "Not Just for Kids" site for more fun.

The White House

Learn about current issues, White House history, and stop by the kids' page at this official White House web site.