American Bar Association Division for Public Education develops, promotes, and supports law-related education (LRE) programs that prepare elementary, middle, and secondary students for effective and responsible citizenship, committed to liberty, justice, equal protection, and the rule of law.

American Political Science Association. "Government Sites for Kids."

American Political Science Association. "Sites for Teachers."

The Bill of Rights Institute Founded in 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute's mission is to educate high school students about the Bill of Rights through classroom material and programs.

Choices for the 21st Century Education Project Established in 1988 as a multifaceted educational program that seeks to engage the American public in the consideration of international issues and strengthen the quality of civic life in the United States.

The Civic Mind. Created by lawyer and speaker, Wendy Bay Lewis, for teachers, lawyers, news organizations and young people to help strengthen civic participation by understanding the legal system.

Civics Online a website of Civitas International for civic education practitioners (teachers, teacher trainers, curriculum designers), as well as scholars, policymakers, civic-minded journalists, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) promoting civic education all over the world.

Close Up Foundation Since its founding in 1970, Close Up has worked to promote responsible and informed participation in the democratic process through a variety of educational programs.

Dirksen Congressional "Communicator""a Web-based newsletter providing educators with news and ideas to enhance civic education and improve the understanding of Congress.

Haynes, C. & Thomas, O. "Finding Common Ground: A First Amendment Guide to Religious Liberty in Public Schools."

Innovation Center for Community and Youth Development A network of youth and adult staff and partners who seek, test, and promote innovative concepts and practices, providing cutting edge tools for youth workers in diverse settings.

Kids Voting USA Kids Voting USA is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to securing democracy for the future by involving youth in the election process today.

Manpower Demonstration Research Corporation a nonprofit, nonpartisan social policy research organization, dedicated to learning what works to improve the well-being of low-income people.

National Career Academy Coalition Creating and supporting a national network of existing and emerging academies at the high school level.

National Council for the Social Studies Provides leadership, service, and support for social studies educators.

National Conference of State Legislators. Based on the ideas and fundamental principles set forth by the framers of the Constitution, the Trust for a Representative Democracy is designed to engage young people and build their understanding and support for Americas democratic institutions and counter the recent heightened cynicism and distrust of the legislative process.

Social Science Education Consortium supports social science and history education in K-12 schools.

Tapped In. An online workplace of K-12 teachers and librarians, professional development staff, teacher education faculty and students, and researchers engage in professional development programs and informal collaborative activities with colleagues.

The New York Times Learning Network Lesson Plan, developed in conjunction with The Bank Street College of Education in New York City, provides tremendous resources for teachers and students to learn more about a wide range of subjects. You'll find lesson plans, access to current articles from The New York Times, crossword puzzles and more.

Uroksky, M.I. (ed). Basic Readings in US Democracy. USIA.

  Youth Leadership Initiative Provides teachers with free civic education projects that combine technology and learning, including the CD Rom, "A More Perfect Union," where students act as a campaign manager and try to win an election for a U.S. Senate candidate in the fictitious state of Franklin. These projects are backed by on-line lesson plans that meet each state's academic standards. The resources are free of charge to educators.