We want to make sure we have a basic understanding of government and how it relates to current events. I have put together some videos. However, I encourage students who are interested to go beyond those and look at the ones below as well.
Great games to reinforce basic knowledge at iCivics.org (don't create an account)
Current Events through Newsela (Log in through Google)
Brainpop.com offer short videos & self-checks on the 3 Branches
Log in with the username: clwydown and password: wydown
Judicial Branch
Role of the President
The Legislative Branch
The Bill of Rights