Governance and Civics Worksheets for Ages 5-8
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Explore our engaging "Governance and Civics Worksheets for Ages 5-8" designed to introduce young learners to the basics of government, communities, and citizenship. These worksheets stimulate curiosity and foster understanding of important concepts such as rules, rights, and responsibilities. With colorful graphics and age-appropriate activities, children will enjoy learning about their roles as citizens while developing critical thinking skills. From fun fill-in-the-blank exercises to creative drawing tasks, our resources make exploring civics both enjoyable and educational. Ideal for classroom or home use, these worksheets lay the foundation for responsible, informed future citizens. Start nurturing civic awareness today!
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Presidential Duties Worksheet
Presidents have many duties. Utilize this worksheet to review the important ones while solving multiplication word problems. Read each passage, determine the equation, then find the product and select the correct answer.
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Thomas Jefferson and the 7’s Worksheet
Thomas Jefferson championed education and wants kids to know their times tables. Help your child with this worksheet focusing on 7's. Check the box for the correct answer for each multiplication problem. Make sure your child gets the facts right!
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Legislature Maze Through the 7’s Worksheet
Students can review their math and social studies skills with this exciting worksheet. By drawing a line through only the correct multiplication facts in the 7x multiplication table maze, they can lead the members of Congress to the President to get the law signed and finish the puzzle.
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Judiciary Maze Through The 6’s Worksheet
Multiplication can be complicated for kids, with lots of numbers and a seemingly endless multiplication table. Get them interested with a fun worksheet! Have them draw a line through all the correct multiplication facts to help the judge make it through the maze and carry out a ruling.
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Presidential Maze Through the 5’s Worksheet
Help your kids draw a line through the right multiplication facts to guide the state's President to sign the bill into law. This is a big responsibility - the President has been elected to make decisions on behalf of the people and has the power to make laws and sign them.
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Ben Franklin Part 2 Worksheet
History is filled with great figures, like Benjamin Franklin. Let your kids in on the legacy by introducing them to the founder of the US fire department, diplomat, and inventor. Then, use a worksheet to have them fill in the blanks with the correct word to teach them more. Read the text, then read the sentences and have them circle the missing word.
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White House Worksheet
Read stories to your students to teach them new words, and about the White House. Before reading, ask your kindergartners what they already know. Then read short sentences for them to learn about the building the U.S President resides in.
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Voting by 1s Worksheet
Ask your child if they can list duties of a good citizen. These include voting, to elect right leaders. With this worksheet, the voting ballots have fallen to the floor! Help your kids pick them up and cast each vote by circling the correct multiplication facts.
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Marching 8’s for Rights Worksheet
Encourage your students to explore MLK's history! This worksheet provides the perfect opportunity. Help them understand his contributions by having them "march" MLK from the starting point to Washington D.C. Have them draw a line through the correct multiplication facts to get there. It's an enjoyable way for kindergartners to learn about a key part of history.
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Music Around the World Worksheet
Have your kids read the sentences in this exercise, or assist them if they're not confident readers. The pictures teach them about different cultures' music, like the banjo which comes from Africa and is a part of some American genres. Read each sentence and have them match it to the right image.
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What Is Culture? Worksheet
Before beginning, talk to your kids about different cultures and how they may differ from yours. Explain that culture is the way of life and includes food, clothing, language and celebrations. Ask if they know any friends or classmates with a different culture and see if they can tell you about it. Then, help them look through this printout and check the pictures that show people and their culture.
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Chinese Word Tracing: Ni Hao Worksheet
Kids can learn to say "Ni hao" with this fun tracing worksheet. The free PDF helps kids write and say the Chinese greeting while also developing fine-motor, handwriting and reading skills. With red guide dots and traceable lines, kids will learn top-to-bottom and left-to-right patterning for fluent reading.
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Italian Vocabulary Matching Worksheet
Start your kids young on their global journey with this free Italian worksheet. They'll easily match the pictures to the words and learn familiar, everyday phrases in a fun and colorful way. Give them this perfect foundation for exploring the languages of the world!
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Italian Word Tracing: Ciao Worksheet
Help kids learn to greet people in different languages with this fun worksheet! Featuring the Italian word 'Ciao', it helps kids trace and learn the pronunciation. Plus, it teaches hand-eye coordination and fine-motor skills. Global connectivity can start with this activity!
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French Word Tracing: Bonjour Worksheet
Students can learn about culture and practice writing and saying "Bonjour" using the traceable lines. Guide dots support top-to-bottom patterning and left-to-right reading/writing. It's an ideal introduction to different greetings and connecting as global citizens.
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Spanish Word Search Worksheet
This free worksheet encourages students to learn Spanish words while developing visual, fine motor, and hand-eye coordination skills. Through colorful pictures and traceable lines, the task of finding words such as gato, libro, casa, and fiesta is disguised as a fun and engaging way to explore new cultures.
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Spanish Word Tracing: Hola Worksheet
This PDF provides a fun way for students to learn "Hola" (Hello) in Spanish! Kids can practice fine motor and handwriting skills while they trace the letters. They'll get the hang of top-to-bottom, left-to-right patterning while they learn how to say and write in Spanish. With practice, they'll soon feel confident speaking and writing Spanish!
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Hello Around the World Worksheet
This fun and cheery worksheet helps kids explore different cultures and how people greet each other around the world. With colorful pictures and clues, they'll check off greetings from different countries and learn more about the world.
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Traditional Clothing in Korea Worksheet
Students can explore global cultures through this fun PDF worksheet. It introduces Korean children and a Korean festival. Students can choose the children's clothing using traceable lines. It's essential for our globally connected students to learn about different traditions, clothing, foods and cultures of other countries.
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Presidential Maze: Addition and Subtraction Worksheet
Help the President get elected by counting the votes on this fun addition and subtraction worksheet from Kids Academy! Guide learners to go through each problem, drawing a line through any that are completed correctly and leaving incorrect answers alone. Get voting and have a blast!
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National Symbol Matching Worksheet
Test your child's knowledge of flags and symbols with this worksheet. Learning which symbol belongs to which country can be tricky. Make it simpler for your kids by having them start with a few at a time. Download the pdf and ask them to name the countries on the left; then help them check the box to match the country and its symbol.
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3 Branches of Government Worksheet
In the U.S., there are three tiers of government: legislative (makes laws), executive (enforces laws), and judicial (reviews laws). Have your child use the worksheet to connect each branch with its role.
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Local Government Departments Worksheet
State and city governments have departments that each have special tasks. Ask your kids what local departments do and look at the picture with them to check the correct department box.
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Mayors and Governors Worksheet
Encourage your children to learn more about your country's leaders. Ask them if they can name your mayor or state's governor. Explain that mayors lead cities, while governors lead states. Read the descriptions out loud to them, and help them identify if it's a mayor or a governor.
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Governance and civics education is vital for children aged 5-8 as it lays the foundation for responsible citizenship and awareness of community roles. At this age, children begin to understand the world around them and develop critical skills such as empathy, cooperation, and problem-solving. Introducing concepts like fairness, rules, and democratic decision-making helps instill values of respect and justice.
Teaching young children about governance promotes an understanding of their rights and responsibilities, encouraging them to be proactive members of their communities. As they learn about civics, they also develop the skills to engage in discussions, participate in group activities, and voice their opinions in age-appropriate ways. This education not only relates to formal structures, like government, but also emphasizes the importance of social norms, responsibility, and working together for a common good.
Moreover, being engaged in civics prepares children for future civic participation. As they grow, they'll be equipped to make informed choices, participate in elections, and contribute positively to society. Ultimately, instilling civic values at an early age fosters not just knowledgeable individuals, but passionate advocates for positive change, ensuring a bright future for their communities. Education in governance and civics truly enriches their development and the society they belong to.
