Government

http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/index.html This site is a must for teaching government to students in grades 3-5. There is a wealth of information on the history, citizenship, 3 branches of government, elections, and much more. Each section is designed so students can easily read and understand government. There are some activities that follow, but they are more for fun than education.
 * Ben's Guide to U. S. Government for Kids**

[|**http://www.pocanticohills.org/election/election.htm**] This site explains the election process, the candidates for presidential office. There are numerous links to game show like questions and activities. Here you can find everything needed to teach about the election process and the election of 2008.
 * Electing a President**

**Kids in the House**  http://clerkkids.house.gov/ An interactive center created to help kids learn about the United States House of Representatives and its role in lawmaking. Find out about representatives or how a bill becomes a law.