The election is a teachable moment and an excellent time to integrate lessons. The Electoral College, propaganda, history, civics, literature, writing skills, and more can be brought into lessons to benefit students -- and society when they become active in their communities.

These election-themed sites have lessons and materials for all levels on all aspects of the government. Bookmark this site for use in future elections.

You might want to start your election lessons with activities about propaganda, as there are many examples: Help Identify Propaganda

All About Electing a President of the United States
This very basic site is good for ESL.

Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids
Very simple and interactive -- just the basics
 
BrainPop Spotlight – Election 08
Online quizzes and vivid lessons

By the People
This PBS listing of good resources requires a lot of classroom time and is only for advanced students. Good for teachers who don’t have to stick to a timeline.

The Democracy Project
This interactive site answers the question, “How does government affect me?”

Elections – A to Z Teacher Stuff
Uneven quality, but a lot of quantity -- mainly for elementary

Get Ready to Vote!

Learn to Use Teachable Moments

The Lesson Plans Page – Elections
This one has lesson plans for all levels, but the quality is very uneven.

Prepare for Constitution Day
Find resources on the Constitution and elections.

Prepare Your Students to Vote
Huge selection of election resources

Presidential Election for Kids
Election games -- good for elementary

REC Government
Governments, Congress and other websites of general interest

Try New Resources for Your Presidential Studies
Presidential lessons sites