What is a Citizen? - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Being a Citizen
In the lesson "What is a Citizen? " kindergarteners will embark on an exciting journey to understand the basics of citizenship and what it means to be a part of a community. Through engaging activities like the "What is a Citizen? Worksheet" and the "Migration Maze Worksheet," students will learn the concept of citizenship in an accessible and fun way, tailored specifically to their age group. This lesson is crucial as it lays the foundation for young learners to grasp the importance of being responsible members of their community.
By completing the worksheets, students will explore the diverse ways people become part of communities, including the concept of migration, and how this shapes one’s identity as a citizen. This understanding is vital in fostering a sense of belonging and respect for different backgrounds and experiences within their own communities. Additionally, it introduces them to the idea that being a good citizen involves contributing positively to their surroundings. This lesson not only educates them about the world but also instills essential values of empathy, cooperation, and respect, which are fundamental for their personal growth and social development.
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Activity 1 / What is a Citizen? Worksheet
Do your students know who a citizen is? If they don’t, you can use this worksheet to teach them about citizens. A citizen is a member of a community. You are a citizen, and your students are also citizens. A person can be a citizen in places such as your school, city or the country where they live. Look at the pictures in this pdf with your students. Can they tell you the people or things in the pictures? Help them check the pictures that show citizens.
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Activity 2 / Migration Maze Worksheet
A citizen is a member of a community. You are a citizen, and your students are also citizens. A person can be a citizen in places such as your school, city or the country where they live. However, some people leave their own countries where they are citizens to become citizens in another place. This is known as migration. Your students will be introduced to Niko in this worksheet. Ask them to help her find her way from Japan to America.
