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Gov Websites for Kids

Recommended Government Websites for Kids!

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Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government

Targeted to kids in grades K-12, Ben's Guide describes the U.S. government in grade appropriate language and descriptions.

Kids.gov

This site has links to Government websites, as well as organizational and educational sites on these topics and many more.

EPA Environmental Kids Club

The EPA's website for kids houses information on air, water, garbage & recycling, plants & animals, the environment, and much more. Look here for a fun interactive website about the world around you!

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) for Kids

Join Herman the Spokescrab in learning about how to be prepared for disasters and how you can prevent disaster damage.

H.I.P. Pocket Change

In this site, Flip the Mint Seal takes kids on an adventure about the history of coins and minting in the United States. Get the scoop on the latest coins that are being minted, play games, and attend Camp Coin.

Kids' World -- Peace Corps

Through this site, explore countries around the world, learn about the Peace Corps, the people who participate, and play games.

Library of Congress

The Library of Congress takes you through time to meet "Amazing Americans," learn about the states, watch old movie clips, and hear the music of America's past. This is a fascinating site with a cornucopia of information.

NASA Kids Club

Learn about space, astronauts, space stations, rockets and shuttles through interactive games and activities.

USDA for Kids

From nutrition to gardening, Smokey the Bear to 4-H Club, weather to resource conservation, enter this site for loads of information and activities.

USGS Earthquake Hazards Program for Kids Only

This site has information on earthquake safety, why earthquakes occur, and activities to help learn about plate tectonics and earthquakes.

State of Alaska Kids' Corner

Alaskan kids, this site is for you! Learn about Alaska's history, facts about the State, as well as about fish, moose, caribou, bears, and more!

Federal Resources for Educational Excellence

This site has hundreds of links to government websites for kids.

CIA Kids' Page

This site gives kids and opportunity to learn about the history of Intelligence in the U.S., as well as information about important people, meet the Canine Corps, and take a virtual tour of the CIA.