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Elections for Kids

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Published on Sunday, 21 September 2008 01:00

Got questions about the campaigns, the elections, or the candidates? These sites win:

Electing a President for Kids
Simple, to the point. Great starting place. (9+)

Ben's Guide to the U.S Government for Kids
This site offers an uncomplicated general guide to the U.S. government, including the election process, for grades 3 and up. Younger kids may enjoy the online coloring book and the other interactives, which includes connect-the-dots and maze games. (9+)

BrainPOP on Presidential Elections
Tim and Moby explain everything from primary elections to the electoral college system. (10+)

Scholastic's Election 2008
Everything you want to know. And try the election Game “You’re the candidate.”(10+)

PBS Kids Democracy Project
Great overview of how government affects kids' everyday lives, plus a look at voting rights through U.S history. Don't miss the interactive "President for a Day" simulation. (10+)

Election Connection
Meet the candidates, check out the issues, and play campaign games. (10+)

Rock the Vote
Teen-oriented non-partisan and non-profit that engages and informs young people about their voting rights. Read the Blog, win music if you get your friends to register to vote, and get web banners for your site.  (12+)

The Living Room Candidate
Campaign commercials from 1952-2008. (12+)