Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government, a service of the Government Publishing Office (GPO), is 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. It is our hope that Ben’s Guide to the U.S. Government fulfills that role.

Explore is a multimedia organization that documents leaders around the world who have devoted their lives to extraordinary causes. Both educational and inspirational, explore creates a portal into the soul of humanity by championing the selfless acts of others.

Explore’s growing library consists of more than 250 original films and 30,000 photographs from around the world. We showcase our work at film festivals, on over 100 public broadcast and cable channels, and on numerous online destinations including explore.org, Snag Films, Hulu and TakePart.

Fact Monster combines essential reference materials, fun facts and features, and homework help for kids.

Lexile measures help your child grow and improve their reading skills.

American History Teachers, homeschoolers, and history buffs now have an online resource filled with American History streaming videos, activities, links and resources - because history is fun!

Empowering youth literacy, reading fluency and global awareness through current events, books and movies.

Founded in 1946, Highlights for Children, Inc., is dedicated to the belief that "children are the world's most important people™." Every Highlights product helps children become their best selves and become curious, creative, caring and confident individuals. With its flagship magazine’s success, Highlights for Children, Inc., expanded to include other companies. From trade book and textbook publishers to creators of educational seminars for teachers, all members of the Highlights Family of Companies make a significant contribution to the education of children.

National Geographic has been igniting the explorer in all of us for 131 years through groundbreaking storytelling from the best and brightest scientists, explorers, photographers, and filmmakers in the world. Our yellow border serves as a portal to explore the farthest reaches of the Earth and beyond. Places only National Geographic can take you.

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zoo—shaping the future by preserving our heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world.

SIKIDS.COM is the online home of Sports Illustrated Kids. We aim to create a fun, safe environment for kids, filled with some of the best news, games, and interactive features on the internet. If you're a kid, consider this site yours. And if you're an adult, well, let your kid back on the computer!