| Top secret, encrypted site to find out what the CIA is and what it does. |
| Where else would you find out about the CIA Canine Corp or find out about the CIA seal? |
Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government for Kids (sponsored by the GPO)
This website introduces students and teachers to the GPO and how to use its resources.
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Herman the spokescrab wants to help kids learn what causes disasters, play games, read stories, and become a Disaster Action Kid!
Ready Kids--Dept of Homeland Security--Really!
A clever game helps kids remember what to pack in an emergency kit. Help making a "just in case plan for the family, and lots of hints for teachers and parents, too!
Federal Deposit Insurance Commission: FDIC's Learning Bank
 | What is the FDIC? Have you ever thought about what a bank does with your money? Do you know what a bank account is? What about a savings account? Carmen Cents, the animated piggy bank will lead children through entertaining lessons. |
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: 4 kids
Do you know what the single dumbest thing you can do when riding a bike is? Take the brain buster quiz and learn--(hint, it's not wearing your helmet!)
 | Helping young people to become more active and informed citizens is the stated purpose of this site. That's true, but don't miss the great pictures of Barney and Miss Beazley! Lots of history available too! |
This site has a lot of fun information, but you really have to check out what the best-dressed astronauts wear!
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Explorer's Club
Information on the food pyramid, a calorie counter, recent articles dealing with food safety--it's all here on a website sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture.
The gateway to over 1800 scientific websites, this is the search engine for government science and research information. This site will even set up e-mail alerts when new research in your area of interest becomes available.
National Archives and Records Administration
The online exhibit hall gives digital access to important national documents and a wealth of other information including World War II photos, military records, and the Presidential Library System.