Core Documents of Our Democracy: Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government

The resources found in this guide are vital sources of information that support the public's right to know about the workings and essential activities of the Federal Government.

General Information

Ben's Guide is a service of the Government Publishing Office (GPO), designed to inform students, parents, and educators about the Federal Government, which issues the publications and information products disseminated by the GPO’s Federal Depository Library Program.

The SuDoc classification number is GP 3.39:
This resource is ONLINE ONLY

Ages 4-8

On this page of Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government, children ages 4 to 8 will learn the basics of Government including the branches of Government, how laws are made and the election process.

Ages 9-13

On this page of Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government, children ages 9 to 13 will get more in depth information on the branches of Government, the language of the law and historical documents

Ages 14+

On this page of Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government, children ages 14 and up will get expanded information on the topics covered in the earlier levels.