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Government Sites
A Tour Through the Bureau of Engraving and
Printing - Join Agents Cash and Banks on a fun and exciting tour through the Bureau of
Engraving and Printing. Learn about the history of United States currency in History Hall and the process of
making new currency in the Production Room. This is something you have to download, so make sure to ask
your parents first.
BAM! Body and Mind Teacher's Corner - (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) -
This site is a resource for you to incorporate CDC health, safety, and science topics into your classroom. The
site also offers your students interactive content to investigate topics for school or for a personal interest.
California - Department of Transportation Kids Page - (California Department of
Transportation) -Caltrans has put together some fun games and great information. Play games like Find the
Potholes, Travel Bingo, Trivia Quiz and more.
Catch a Counterfeit - A fun exercise that will allow players to familiarize themselves
with the new security features. The game also highlights some of the common faults found in counterfeit
bills.
CryptoKids - (National
Security Agency/Central Security Service) - Peer into the secret world of cryptology: making and breaking codes.
Play lots of games and activities at this site too!
Educational Materials to Download and Order - (Department
of Treasury) - Educational materials about the redesigned U.S. currency are available for training, education
and consumer information purposes free of charge.
Energy Star
Kids - (Environmental Protection Agency) - Be an Energy Star! Find out how you and your
classmates can make big changes and help save the world.
Fun Online
Stuff - Smithsonian for Kids - Explore the playful side of the Smithsonian Museums. There are
highlights of different areas and fun online stuff for kids and kids at heart.
Garfield Star Sleeper For Teachers - You can reach
your students with important sleep messages at a time when many of the habits affecting their life-long health
and well-being are being shaped. Whether you are in search of a lesson to use in conjunction with coursework
in health, science, life skills, or physical education, you can find it here.
Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transportation
Futures Program - Instructional Aids - (Federal Highway Administration) - Get helpful information
about the history of the FHA, along with transportation-related science projects and links to transportation
safety sites.
Garrett A. Morgan Technology and
Transportation Futures Program (Grades 9-12) - (Federal Highway Administration) - Learn about
the FHWA, the available careers, and related science projects. And there's even safe driving tips.
Learn NPS - (National
Park Service) - National parks are fun! Want to be a Junior Ranger? Find out how at this cool site.
MapStats for
Kids - Check out this site and you can learn concepts about maps and statistics through cool
games.
Money Fun Facts & Trivia - Check out these fun facts and trivia regarding our
money.
National
Get Outdoors Day - (Forest Service) - National Get Outdoors Day is a new annual event to
encourage healthy, active outdoor fun.
National
Parks - For Teachers - Here you'll find curriculum, fun and games, a guide to park Junior Ranger
programs and a host of other fun and educational media created by the National Park Service and our
partners.
NGA Kids' Site - Games - (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) - Connect the dots,
make a map, word search, and more.
NIEHS Kids' Page -
(National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) - Learn how the environment affects your health. Get
ideas for science projects, tackle some brainteasers, and more.
Park Fun
Guide - Are you looking for fun on the web? Use the alphabetical list to find out what our national
parks have to offer!
Planet Protectors Club - Planet Protectors create less waste in the first place!
This site has games, activities and reading materials to help save our planet from too much waste.
Playtime for Kids - This site provides links to all kinds of sites with information on weather,
science, and space.
Recreation.Gov -
(Department of the Interior) - If you like biking, camping and boating, then this is the website for you. Find out
about fun, outdoor activities.
Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge Kids' Site - (Fish and
Wildlife Service) - This refuge is one of over 540 refuges scattered throughout the U.S. Established in 1930,
this is a breeding ground for birds. Learn more about this refuge and different varieties of animals.
Sewage In Your
Face - (City of San Diego) - Sewage in Your Face! is a laugh-out-loud exploration of wastewater
treatment. In this virtual science classroom, this site gives kids the opportunity to be a plumber and take a
treatment plant tour - all while learning about the importance of a clean and healthy environment.
Sing-Along -
(National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) - NIEHS has included this sing-along section to teach
environmental health science through song.
Sports and Recreation - Library of Congress
- Explore these collections of book, maps, music from America's past.
Trains and Railroads - Materials for Educators - (Federal Railroad Administration) -
Great links to information about trains and railroads. Get information about building a miniature steam engine,
railroad safety and more.
Vince & Larry's
Safety City - Here is some important information to keep in mind when you’re out-and-about.
WebRangers - (National Park Service) - Thinking about being a Park
Ranger when you grow up? Visit this website to learn more about the Junior Ranger Program.
Yellowstone National Park Just for Kids - (National Park Service) - Take a field trip online
and when you’re done check out the Yellowstone Animal Alphabet book.
Youth
Engaged in Service - Whether you are starting a new program or want to add to what you already
do, this toolkit can help you introduce youth from all walks of life to the personal growth and empowerment that
comes from serving others.
Other Resources
Clifford the Big Red Dog - Parents and Teachers - Just like the
television show, the Web site for Clifford The Big Red Dog and Clifford's Puppy Days targets children between
3 and 7 years old. While the site is designed to encourage independent play, it is best experienced in the
company of a parent, caregiver, or older child.
Educational Materials to Download and Order - (Department
of Treasury) - Educational materials about the redesigned U.S. currency are available for training, education
and consumer information purposes free of charge.
Get Game
Smart - You'll find everything here to help your kids make smart choices about what they play,
watch and browse.
National
Children's Museum - Scheduled to open in 2013, the National Children’s Museum (NCM) will be
a world-class cultural and educational center dedicated to engaging children and empowering them to make a
difference. Through its interactive exhibits, online community, and unique national programs and partnerships,
NCM is transforming the concept of a traditional museum by becoming a catalyst and forum for a national
movement to inspire and empower kids to speak up, take action, and get engaged in their communities.
Playnormous - Teacher Guides - Incorporate Playnormous into your current curriculum
using our teacher guide. Allow kids to play our health games and watch our animations between classroom
assignments, during free time, or on computer day.
Read Across
America - (National Education Association) - Provides tools, resources and tips for parents and
educators that make reading a fun and enjoyable experience so kids will keep turning pages.
Whale Camp - The
Whale Camp's mission is to provide fun and adventuresome learning experiences in the Bay of Fundy that
enhance your appreciation and knowledge of our natural world. They use the tools of scientific inquiry to learn
about the geology of the region, the marine life in the bay, the land based life of Grand Manan and to explore the
human issues involved in the sustainable use of these resources.
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