full article is here http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6551182.html
www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/G-1112.pdf
but i think all of Civics is much better explained in Wikipedia with all cross reference and links
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_United_States
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_government_of_the_United_States
www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/G-1112.pdf
In the following bibliography, starred (*) items are recommended as core resources for all libraries.
GENERAL IMMIGRATION
*Bray, Ilona. U.S. Immigration Made Easy. 13th ed. Nolo. 2007. 592p. index. ISBN 978-1-4133-0652-1. pap. $39.99.
More in-depth than How To Get a Green Card (below); discusses immigration paperwork, green cards, and other types of temporary visas and when to involve a lawyer.
Bray, Ilona & Carl Falstrom. How To Get a Green Card. 7th ed. Nolo. 2006. 282p. illus. index. ISBN 978-1-4133-0520-3. pap. $29.99.
Two immigration attorneys cover the qualification criteria for getting a green card as well as legal short-term alternatives. The eighth edition (May 2008. ISBN 978-1-4133-0852-5) will reflect fee increases, changes to sponsor requirements, and other updates.
*Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants. rev. ed. USCIS. 2007. 114p. index. ISBN 978-0-16-078733-1. pap. $9.50. PDF free online at: www.uscis.gov/newimmigrants.
A key document available in 12 different languages that lays out the basic path toward and requirements for naturalization.
STUDY GUIDES–BOOKS
Alesi, Gladys E. Barron's How To Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test. 6th ed. Barron's. 2005. 224p. illus. index. ISBN 978-0-7641-2379-5. pap. $16.99.
While the questions and answers still apply, this quality edition uses the 2002 version of the N-400, so the sections referring to it should be used with caution.
Guia de Ciudadanía/Naturalizacion en U.S.A.LearningExpress. 2008. 184p. ISBN 978-1-57685-617-8. pap. $9.95.
A Spanish-language guide to naturalization; questions are based on the current test.
Hennessey, D.L. Twenty-Five Lessons in Citizenship. 100th ed. D.L. Hennessey Pub. 2004. 112p. ISBN 978-1-879773-06-6. pap. $7.95.
This all-in-one textbook for passing the civics test features 25 lessons and several appendixes. It refers to the current test, but all its examples regarding state and local governments are set in Los Angeles.
Kaplan Becoming a U.S. Citizen: Understanding the Naturalization Process. Kaplan. 2006. 216p. illus. ISBN 978-1-4195-4199-5. pap. $12.95.
This clearly organized, step-by-step guide takes readers through the decision-making, application, and studying processes (sample English-language and civics tests included). Refers to a superseded version of the N-400, so use those sections with care.
*Pass the U.S. Citizenship Exam. 3d ed. LearningExpress. 2008. 145p. ISBN 978-1-57685-619-2. pap. $12.95.
This edition, which covers the current civics test and the current N-400, includes bilingual lessons, quizzes, translated civics terms/ definitions, sample questions/forms, embassy data, and more. There is also a bilingual edition (ISBN 978-1-57685-618-5).
*Preparation for Citizenship 2002. Steck-Vaughn. 2001. 104p. ed. by Ellen Northcutt. illus. ISBN 978-0-7398-3458-9. pap. $15.95 with CD.
One of the few guides designed for non-native English-language speakers, this focuses almost exclusively on the civics test. Questions read aloud on the accompanying CD help students practice their comprehension skills. Relevant until October 2009.
Schell, Debbie M. & others.Become a U.S. Citizen. Sphinx: Sourcebooks. 2007. 164p. illus.index. ISBN 978-1-57248-597-6. pap. $13.95.
This guide by three attorneys contains questions from the beta release of the new (Oct. 2008) civics test. While these are not the final questions, they do show the areas the new test will be emphasizing.
*Skolnick, Solomon M. The Great American Citizenship Quiz: Can You Pass Your Own Country's Citizenship Test? Walker. 2005. 186p. index. ISBN 978-0-8027-7722-5. pap. $8.95.
The question/answer/explication format of Skolnick's (Simple Gifts: The Shaker Song) fun little book, designed for the citizen and noncitizen, is both a practical resource for study and an interesting read.
Swick, Edward. CliffsTestPrep U.S. Citizenship Test. Cliffs Notes. 2005. 304p. illus. maps. ISBN 978-0-7645-7693-5. pap. $13.99.
All the information needed to pass the English-language and civics tests, complete with language drills, questions, exercises, and practice tests.
U.S. Citizenship: A Step-by-Step Guide. LearningExpress. 2007. 184p. illus. ISBN 978-1-57685-577-5. pap. $12.95.
This solid guide to the naturalization process discusses what to expect along each step and includes a chapter on special situations. Real-life accounts appear throughout.
Weintraub, Lynne. Citizenship: Ready for the Interview. New Readers Pr. 2001. 127p. illus. ISBN 978-1-56420-226-0. pap. $16 with CD.
Like the author's Citizenship: Passing the Test, this complementary text is designed for people new to the English language. The accompanying CD helps users improve their comprehension of spoken English in the context of the interview. Relevant until October 2009.
STUDY GUIDES–URLs, PDFs
Of the myriad citizenship–test study guides available online, many are limited to particular communities or require meeting certain prequalifications (e.g., living in an area served by a given school district). These are not included here. Please check with your local school districts and social service agencies to see which programs are available in your area.
Becoming a U.S. Citizen: An Overview of the Naturalization Process. 10 min. USCIS. Undated. free online at: becomingcitizenoverview.notlong.com.
A brief flash presentation designed to be screened in citizenship classes; with a study and teacher's guide.
*The Citizen's Almanac: Fundamental Documents, Symbols, and Anthems of the United States. rev. ed. USCIS. 2007. 102p. illus. ISBN 978-0-16-078027-1. pap. $7.50. PDF free online at: www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/M-76.pdf.
Featuring historical speeches, songs, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and more; all public libraries should point patrons here.
Civics Flash Cards. USCIS. Undated. free online at: www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/M-623.pdf.
Among the questions on these flash cards: “What were the original 13 states?” Order hard copies from the Government Printing Office at http://bookstore.gpo.gov.
Learn About the United States: Quick Civics Lessons. USCIS. 2006. free online at: www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/M-638.pdf.
Offering brief lessons based on sample civics test questions as well as a glossary of terms.
Naturalization Self Test. USCIS. free online at: NaturalizationSelfTest.notlong.com.
A way for prospective citizens to test their knowledge before actually taking the test.
U.S. Civics and Citizenship. USCIS. free online at: USCivics.notlong.com.
A gateway to the curriculum developed by the USCIS for teaching civics to adult ESL students and preparing them to become naturalized citizens; links to lesson plans, teacher assessments, and other instructional material.
STUDY GUIDES–CDs, DVDs
López, Jaime A. Hagase Cuidadano. H.C. Co., PO Box 1111, Arlington, TX 76004-1111. 2007. 96p. ISBN 978-0-9676584-1-4. $19.95 with CD.
Developed by a past president of the League of United Latin American Citizens, this bilingual CD and 96-page booklet support Mexican American immigrants in studying for the citizenship test.
National Constitution Center. A Promise of Freedom: An Introduction to U.S. History and Civics for Immigrants. 12 min. USCIS. Undated. DVD or online at: promiseoffreedom.notlong.com.
A 12-minute film for immigrant audiences based on the National Constitution Center's award-winning multimedia theatrical presentation, Freedom Rising.
but i think all of Civics is much better explained in Wikipedia with all cross reference and links
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_United_States
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_government_of_the_United_States
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