Interactive Online Resources

Explore the rich history and the Institution of the U.S. Presidency from George Washington to Donald Trump. Understand the duties and powers of the President of the United States and the First Lady, gather important background information with our Presidential biographies, and engage with videos and primary sources that place you back in time with some of the most pivotal turning points in American history.


History of Voting- by Rock the Vote- a video lesson in the history of voting.


Modify results, winners and election participants to change the course of history. Interactive electoral maps for 46 out of 57 historical elections are now available, representing the period 1828-2012.


Use the Students Vote 2016 Teacher Guide featuring issue-specific articles, profiles, biographies, speeches, and op-eds. And all adapted to 5 reading levels. You need to be logged in to view the resources.



Elections: Everything You Need From Scholastic-Students can use these resources to study elections and participate in one of their own.

National Archives and Records Administration: Electoral College Resource

EducationWorld: Primaries, Voting, and Elections-Education World looks at decisions of primary importance and elects to explore the voting process! Lesson plans, Internet sites, and curriculum ideas will help your students understand the impact of this year's Election.