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Canada Info: Structure of Canadian Federal Government Chart

For Students 3rd - 8th
The structure of the 3 levels of the Canadian Federal Government is clearly shown on this graphic chart. Useful for anyone researching the Canadian government.
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Die Bundesregierung Federal Government of Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
The official website of the Federal Government of Germany contains the latest news from Germany dealing with all aspects of government; from the European Union to climate policy to the economy. This site can be viewed in English, German,...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: The Role of Government: The Federal Government and Fiscal Policy

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars will visit "A Citizen's Guide to the Federal Budget" and use the federal government website to obtain information which will help them understand basic information about the budget of the United States Government for the...
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Democracy in Action. Federalism: u.s. V. the Sates

For Teachers 9th - 10th
U.S. v. the States delves into the ongoing constitutional dilemma between the federal government and individual state governments illustrated through Video on Demand, activities, readings, etc.
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Government of Canada: Agriculture and Agri Food Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
Web site of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, a department in the federal government of Canada. Links to programs and services, laws, import/export regulations, consumer information, and a great deal more.
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Society for History in the Federal Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website is a resource that draws from and highlights a rich mix of federal history work performed by public, academic, and private historians, as well as archivists, curators, documentary editors, preservationists,...
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Federal Government [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
An activity guide where students refer to the Texas Almanac, which is free to download, for information needed to complete assigned tasks. In this lesson, they investigate the role the federal government plays in Texas.
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Ohio Test Prep

Ohio Test Prep: Module 4: Structure and Functions of the Federal Government

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Ohio test preparation module on the structure and functions of the Federal Government with video tutorial, review game and assessment.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Benjamin Franklin teaches kids from kindergarten through 12th grade all about the Federal Government.
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First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A launching point for information about the U.S. government and its resources. One can search FirstGov by keyword or phrase, by browsing a topics list, or by selecting a federal branch (executive, legislative, or judicial). State and...
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Aicpa: Taxes: u.s. Federal Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource contains links to federal tax information.
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The Dirksen Congressional Center

Congress for Kids: Powers of the Federal Government

For Students 3rd - 5th
The division of powers between the federal and state levels of the United States government is described. Suggestions for research projects, resource links, and some activities are included.
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Other

Chickasaw Nation: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
The tribal government of the Chickasaw Nation is a democratic republic, modeled after that of the federal government. Registered voters elect a governor and lieutenant governor to four-year terms. Like the president and vice president of...
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The Hill Times

For Students 9th - 10th
The Hill Times is an independent news magazine and website that cover Canada's federal government and political news. It is a respected news journal that often breaks important political stories. Senior students looking to monitor the...
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Cato Institute

Cato Institute: Congress, the Courts, and the Constitution [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
An analysis of the conflicting views on the fundamental role of the government of the United States, specifically on the relationship between the different branches of the federal government, and what the Cato Institute regards as their...
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Indiana University

The Center on Congress: E Learning Module: Federal Budget Allocation

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive learning activity teaches how Congress allocates funds in the federal budget for programs such as Homeland Security, Defense, and Education.
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Other

Official Website of the City of Jacksonville, Fl: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the structure of the city government of Jacksonville, Florida. Includes links to the different branches and departments and to elected officials' web pages. Especially helpful is the Civics 101 link on the Duval Legislative...
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US Government Publishing Office

U.s. Government Publishing Office: Core Documents of u.s.democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Direct online access to the basic Federal Government documents that define our democratic society, a core group of current and historical Government publications.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: National vs. State Government

For Students 3rd - 5th
Overview of the distribution in powers between the various levels of the United States government.
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Social Studies Help Center

Social Studies Help Center: Why Was a Federal System of Government Created?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A summary in outline format of the factors related to the development of a federal government in the United States.
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University of Groningen

American History: Essays: The Iron Horse: Federal Intervention in Pullman

For Students 9th - 10th
From a lengthy essay on the history of the railroad in the United States. This section describes President Grover Cleveland's role in sending federal troops to suppress the Pullman boycott, resulting in increased chaos from the...
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Judicial Branch (6 8)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from Ben's Guide to U.S. Government provides a brief overview of the judicial branch of the federal government. Discusses the origin of the judicial branch, the concept of judicial review, and functions of the judicial branch....
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Growth of Government Intervention

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of the changing federal government role as it increased involvement and intervention in business and social welfare in the 1900s.
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Other

Usa.gov

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has links to all federal government agencies, federal branches, and state governments.

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