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Curated OER
Find the Flag
Young scholars explore the flag. In this social studies lesson, students search for flags in a picture. When young scholars locate a flag, they will read a fact about the flag, how to display it and how to care for the flag.
Curated OER
A Local History of Global Travel
Students research their families travel patterns over the last 100 years. They work with students in other countries to publish their findings. They also examine key events over the same 100 years.
Curated OER
The Battleground: Separate and Unequal Education
Learners investigate the history of unequal education in the United States and the impact on African American history. In this unequal history lesson, students discuss the purpose of education and describe an ideal school. Learners...
Curated OER
Separate is Not Equal: Brown v. Board of Education
Students analyze photographs that feature segregation. In this human rights lesson, students examine photographs of a segregated movie theater, a Ku Klux Klan gathering, a segregated business sign, and an illustration from "Harper's...
Other
Joe Foss Institute: u.s. Citizenship Civics Test
Take a shot at the standard exam expected of those who apply for U.S. Citizenship. Many who come from other countries study hard for this test and do well, but trials have shown that many U.S. natives have a hard time answering the...
Other
Us Citizenship: u.s. Immigration Made Easy
Gives up-to-date information on immigration. Guides you through the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen, allows you to take a practice test, find out the cost, and even file your application online.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship: Becoming a u.s. Citizen
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. Links to related sites are available.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Becoming a u.s. Citizen
Provides the steps involved in the process of becoming a citizen of the United States.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Applying for Citizenship: The Court Hearing
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the court hearing step in the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen. Links to related sites are available.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Rights of Citizens
What are the rights of citizens of the U.S.? Solid information provided at this site from a government source. Click on "The Right to Vote" and "The Bill of Rights" to find out more.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Applying for Citizenship: The Naturalization Examination
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the Naturalization Examination in the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen. Links to related sites are available.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief overview of U.S. citizenship. Links to related sites are available.
University of Maryland
Voices of Democracy: Susan B. Anthony, Is It a Crime for a u.s. Citizen to Vote
Resource features the full text of Susan B. Anthony's speech along with an essay offering critical analyses, lesson plans for high school teachers, classroom activities, and suggested reading materials.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Preparing for the Oath: u.s. History and Civics for Citizenship
This site from the National Museum of American History, part of the Smithsonian Institution, is a great site for citizens and those learning to become citizens alike. Review the fifteen themes that deal with U.S. history and civics,...
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship
This page gives background information on what a citizen is, and how people living in the United States become citizens.
Other
First Gov: Official Portal of the u.s. Government
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...
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Citizenship: The Oath of Citizenship
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents an excerpt of the oath of citizenship step in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. Links to related sites are available.
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
September 17 is recognized in the United States as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. The purpose of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is to commemorate the creation and signing of the supreme law of the land and to honor and...
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Applying for Citizenship: The Application
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students. This site presents a description of the application step of becoming a U.S. Citizen. Links to related sites are available.
Other
U.s. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Get the facts directly from the United States government organization for immigration. This site also includes links to related news releases.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Responsibilities of Citizens
Citizens have certain responsibilities. Find out what they are!
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 Education
U.s. Department of Education: Helping Your Child Become a Responsible Citizen
Help your child develop a strong character and become a responsible citizen through activities suggested in the booklet written by the U. S. Department of Education. The material is available online or as a downloadable PDF document.
iCivics
I Civics: Citizenship & Participation
Students will learn what it means to be a U.S. citizen, how citizenship is obtained, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and community engagement.