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Understanding the Federal Courts
A ten part publication which describes the federal court system, its structure and organization, what types of cases they hear and much more. You can also download a PDF version of the document.
The Dirksen Congressional Center
Congress for Kids: The Legislative Branch: House of Representatives
Read a brief synopsis of the House of Representatives in the Legislative Branch, and then complete the short quiz to check for understanding.
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: u.s. Congress
The New York Times Learning Network has developed many interactive & printable crossword puzzles. This one is on the U.S. Congress.
American Bar Association
American Bar Association: How the Law Regulates Who May Vote
A lesson plan that includes a handout and various follow-up activities for middle schoolers. The lesson plan is described here and a link is provided for downloading the lesson plan and handout.