The White House
The White House: The Executive Branch
Learn about the executive branch of the federal government, how it is organized, and the powers and responsibilities of the President, Vice President, the Executive Office of the President, and the departments within the Cabinet.
iCivics
I Civics: Executive Branch
Students will learn about the executive branch, including the unique role and powers of the president and the function of executive departments and agencies. They will explore key facets of foreign policy and the president's role in it....
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Executive Branch and Presidents
Basic information and key concepts about the Executive Branch and Presidents. Also available from the orange tabs on top: a few interesting stories on the history, a timeline that shows the development of the presidency, some quotes and...
iCivics
I Civics: Cabinet Building
This lesson takes a look at the history of the presidential cabinet, how the cabinet is built through the confirmation process, and why this elite group of people matters to you.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Cabinet
Outline of the Executive Branch Cabinet offices and date created.
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Harry S. Truman Library & Museum: Three Branches of Government
Interactive teaching unit for Grades 5-8 that helps to explain the three branches of government and the the balance of power. Topics covered include balance of government, how a bill becomes a law, the amendment process, the Legislative...
Other
Govspot Executive Branch
Use this site to find links to the following; executive office of the President, the White House, the Departments of the executive branch and more. This is a website that offers a spring board to more information about the executive branch.
iCivics
I Civics: A Very Big Branch
Students learn how the executive departments and agencies regulate and enforce governmental policies, and they explore the roles and responsibilities of the presidential cabinet.
iCivics
I Civics: Games: Executive Command
Have you ever thought about being president? Executive Command gives you four years in office to accomplish your legislative and policy goals. You'll make a state-of-the-union address, work with your aides and cabinet, try your hand at...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Us Government for Kids: Executive Branch President
Kids learn about the Executive Branch of the United States Government. The President, cabinet, and Office.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The President's Cabinet
This is a fun way to teach elementary students about the Presidential Cabinet, which includes the Vice President, 14 secretaries from executive departments and the Attorney General of the United States. Learn about this group's role in...
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Harry S. Truman Library: The President's Cabinet
Features a teacher-directed activity that explores the President's Cabinet and the duties of each secretary.
Georgetown University
Georgetown University Pdba: Bolivia Cabinet/gabinete
A current list of the governmental leaders of Bolivia who form the Executive Branch of the government. It includes the President/Vice-President and the Ministers names.
Political Resources on the Net
Political Resources: Bangladesh Government
This site from Political Resources on the Net is a good resource for official websites on the government agencies of Bangladesh. Includes chiefs of state, cabinet members, the president, the parliament (Jatiya Sangsad) and embassies.
Curated OER
Dominion Cabinet and Liberal Members of the House of Commons, 1902
The Cabinet is a hand picked collection of parliamentarians selected by the Prime Minister to give guidance and advice. The actual policies and planning of the executive branch of Canadian government is directed by this group of...
Other
Center for Strategic & International Studies
"The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a public policy research institution dedicated to analysis and policy impact." Site gives student information and research on topics of national and international security.
Other
U.s Department of Health & Human Services
United States Department of Health & Human Services homepage. Contains news releases; profiles of HHS agencies; opportunities for funding, grants, and research; links to sites related to HHS topics.
Other
Foreign Policy Association
The FPA is an "organization founded in 1918 to educate Americans about significant world issues that have an important impact on their lives." Gives students an opportunity to take part in activities through the Great Decisions program.
Other
Overseas Security Advisory Council
Everything you wanted to know about the Overseas Security Advisory Council - "an enormously succcessful joint venture for effective security cooperation. Topics include: Global News, What's New, Publications, and Site Search, among others.
Other
Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress
The Center for the Study of the Presidency is a non-partisan and non-profit corporation. Inspired by Dwight Eisenhower's 1969 call for programs on the American Presidency for 'students old and young.'
Curated OER
U.s. Department of the Interior: Homepage
The official website for the U.S. Department of the Interior. Contains news releases and current events, funding resources, profiles of each bureau within the department, and links to interesting sites related to the environment and the...
Other
U.s. Department of Transportation
The U.S Department of Transportation's motto is, "Safety is our top priority." To find out much more information on the Department of Transportation visit this website!
Other
U.s. Department of Housing and Urban Development
This homepage for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)contains news releases, information about home buying, and links to information for various citizens and groups who would benefit from HUD services.
US Department of the Treasury
U.s. Treasury
Are you looking for valuable information on the U.S. Treasury? Look no further. This U.S. Treasury homepage has it all!