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Government Information & Maine Facts

Secretary of State's Kids' Page
About Maine government, State House, license plates, state symbols, famous Maine citizens, Maine history, Maine facts, Maine children's books, population, and more. Contests and games.
Maine State Senate Students' Page
State goverment, Maine maps, Maine facts, state symbols and history, Maine weather.
Maine Facts
Maine Notables
Maine Civics: The Path to Maine Lawmaking
Information and links about how laws are made in Maine, including an animated movie, student activities, and lesson plans for teachers.
The White House for Kids
Online Tour of the White House
USA.gov for Kids

Maine Weather Information
Get today's weather or learn about Maine's climate.
Department of Conservation's Geologic Site of the Month
Bureau of Land and Water - Students' Page
Free book covers, groundwater quiz (high school)
Explore Wild New England
Online magazine for kids about wildlife and habitat.
Maine Fall Foliage & Forest Facts
Find out why leaves change color, a guide to Maine trees, forest facts, glossary of tree terms.
Maine Wildlife Park
Maine Endangered Species
Maine Mammals
Recycling Site for Students

Maine Memory Network
Maine's statewide digital museum, archive, and educational resource.
Gettysburg
An online history lesson about the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg.
Maine State Museum Kids' Stuff
Museum coloring book that you can download, and poetry for kids.
Greater Portland Landmarks- Kids Page
DiscoverME
Free online units for 7th and 8th grade Maine classrooms, using role-playing experiences to teach about Maine history and government.

Maine 9-1-1 Kids' Page
A cast of cartoon characters teaches kids when and how to call 9-1-1 through a series of interactive, animated games and activities.
Drinking and Driving Fact Page
Backseat Driver Program
Workzone safety info and games for teachers, parents, and kids.