Instructional Video2:09
Curated Video

Department of Commerce

9th - Higher Ed
The Department of Commerce is one of the largest, most powerful of U.S. government agencies. Its mission? To “create the conditions for economic growth and opportunities for all communities.”
Instructional Video2:13
Curated Video

Caretakers and Confidants: Presidential Valets

9th - Higher Ed
Presidential valets have been a mainstay at the White House since its earliest days. They not only perform vital tasks for the President, but act as confidantes and companions in the most trying of circumstances.
Instructional Video2:21
Curated Video

The Watergate Tapes

9th - Higher Ed
Installed in selected rooms at the White House on the President’s orders, this is the story of how a state-of-the-art recording system ultimately led to Richard Nixon’s downfall.
Instructional Video2:38
Curated Video

Congressional Whip

9th - Higher Ed
A Congressional Whip works with the party’s leadership in Congress to make sure everyone follows the agenda and votes together. They’re the muscle – the enforcer in a smart suit.
Instructional Video2:34
Curated Video

Executive Order

9th - Higher Ed
What actual powers does the President have? Well, as it turns out – a lot. Including the power to make new orders at the stroke of a pen.
Instructional Video2:18
Curated Video

Amending the Constitution

9th - Higher Ed
The U.S. Constitution has been amended 27 times in its history, but what did they change, and how?
Instructional Video41:50
The Wall Street Journal

Inside the White House

Higher Ed
Jared Kushner, ​Senior Advisor to the President, aims to rally the resources of the U.S. government around an ambitious set of priorities.
Instructional Video3:00
Curated Video

Washington DC: A Tourist's Guide to the Capital City

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Step into to Washington, DC, one of the most captivating cities in the United States! In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this bustling metropolis, known for its rich history, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture.
Instructional Video
Have Fun With History

Have Fun With History: Meet Your Federal Government

9th - 10th Standards
An introduction and overview of the structure of the U.S. government. A high school senior discovers the makeup of our federal government and how the three branches of government work. [15:00]
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: The Important Tasks of the First Congress

9th - 10th
Want to learn how the U.S. government was organized? In 1789 the founding fathers began the organization process with Article II of the Constitution. [1 min. 17 secs.]
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: What Is 60 Second Civics?

9th - 10th
In this episode, host Kaci Patterson introduces 60-Second Civics, the Center for Civic Education's new daily podcast about civics and government. She discusses George Washington's influence in promoting political parties and the...