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Electronic government resources appropriate for kids that relate to the topics of History and Genealogy and focuses on American History.
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This subsection of the Kids Stuff module provides links and descriptions to electronic government resources appropriate for kids that relate to the topics of History and Genealogy and focuses on American History.


Key Resources

  • American Memory
    Library of Congress
    http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/index.html
    American Memory provides a digital record of American history and creativity through written and spoken words, sound recordings, still and moving images, prints, maps, and sheet music.

  • America's Story from America's Library
    Library of Congress
    http://www.americaslibrary.gov/
    This site from the Library of Congress examines the history of the United States. Children of all ages can meet amazing Americans; jump back in time to time periods and specific dates; explore the history of all 50 states; join America at play to learn about favorite sports, pastimes, and hobbies; and see a movie, hear a tune, and sing along to a song from America's past.

  • Archival Research Catalog (ARC)
    The National Archives
    http://www.archives.gov/research/arc/index.html
     ARC is a searchable database of government manuscripts, photographs, maps, drawings and other documents.

  • ARC Guide for Educators and Students
    The National Archives
    http://www.archives.gov/research/arc/education/
    This guide introduces students and educators to the Archival Research Catalog.

  • ARC Guide for Genealogists and Family Historians
    The National Archives
    http://www.archives.gov/research/arc/topics/genealogy/
    This guide provides an introduction on how to conduct genealogical research in the the Archival Research Catalog.

  • FREE, U.S. History Topics
    Federal Resources for Educational Excellence (FREE)
    http://free.ed.gov/subjects.cfm?subject_id=178
    Teaching and learning resources from federal agencies on U.S. history. Topics include business and work, ethnic groups, famous people, government, movements, states and regions, wars, and special topics such as slavery and natural disasters.

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