3rd grade local government and citizenship
Quick answer
In 3rd grade (ages 8–9), children learn how local government works: what mayors and city councils do, why we have laws, how voting works, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Lessons from Homeschool Pop, Learn Bright "Rights and Responsibilities" and Miacademy. Play all on repeat, or replay one lesson.
Videos in this playlist
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The Purpose of Government for KidsHomeschool PopPlay from here Loop - 2
What does the Government Do? for Kids | Purpose and Role of Government | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop - 3
Local Government - City and County Roles in Daily LifeMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 4
Mayor and Other City Workers - Jobs That Help Our City RunMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 5
Local Government: Mayors, Councils, and Community Services - How They Impact Your LifeMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 6
City Government 101Florida League of CitiesPlay from here Loop - 7
Working Together: Federal, State, and Local Cooperation - How Government Levels Serve YouMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 8
Close to Home: State and Local Laws - How Citizens Can Help Change LawsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 9
Laws and Rules for Kids | What is the difference between a rule and a law?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop - 10
Rights and Responsibilities for Kids | What is the difference?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop - 11
Teaching Laws, Rights, and Responsibilities to Kids | Freedom of Speech | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop - 12
Good Citizenship & Social Skills for Kids | Being a Good Citizen | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop - 13
How Can You Be a Good Citizen in Your Community? | Inquiring Minds in Social StudiesGPB EducationPlay from here Loop - 14
What Does It Mean To Be a Citizen? - Responsibilities ExplainedMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 15
Election day 2024. Voting for Kids. Why Voting is Important?Kids AcademyPlay from here Loop - 16
🇺🇸 Election Day for Kids | 4 November | Voting Process | Democracy for Kids | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop - 17
Elections and Leadership at All Levels - Where Your Vote Makes the Biggest DifferenceMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop - 18
3 Branches of Government | Kids Educational Video | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop - 19
Three Branches of Government | Learn about the executive, legislative, and judicial branchesLearn BrightPlay from here Loop - 20
'If I Ran For President' read by Lonnie Chavis, Parker Bates and Mackenzie HancsicsakStorylineOnlinePlay from here Loop
What does this 3rd grade local government unit cover?
It introduces why we have government, city and county roles, mayors and councils, the difference between rules and laws, voting basics, and good citizenship. By the end a child should explain who leads their town, how leaders are chosen, and one right and one responsibility they have.
How does RepeatWatch help with social studies lessons?
Set an A–B loop on one explanation, such as what a city council does, and pause to talk about your own town. Slow a lesson to 0.75× for a new reader, save topics on keys 1–9, and use Stop after N loops.
Frequently asked questions
What grade learns about local government?
In the US, many schools teach local government and citizenship in 3rd grade (ages 8–9), after communities in 2nd grade and before state history in 4th. Grade levels vary by country and school, and local systems differ, so compare with your own town.
Are these videos about any political party?
No. They explain how government and voting work in general, not who to vote for. A few mention a specific election as an example; talk with your child about how your own town chooses its leaders.