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.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1The Purpose of Government for KidsThe Purpose of Government for KidsHomeschool PopPlay from here Loop
  2. 2What does the Government Do? for Kids | Purpose and Role of Government | Twinkl USAWhat does the Government Do? for Kids | Purpose and Role of Government | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Local Government - City and County Roles in Daily LifeLocal Government - City and County Roles in Daily LifeMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Mayor and Other City Workers - Jobs That Help Our City RunMayor and Other City Workers - Jobs That Help Our City RunMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Local Government: Mayors, Councils, and Community Services - How They Impact Your LifeLocal Government: Mayors, Councils, and Community Services - How They Impact Your LifeMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  6. 6City Government 101City Government 101Florida League of CitiesPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Working Together: Federal, State, and Local Cooperation - How Government Levels Serve YouWorking Together: Federal, State, and Local Cooperation - How Government Levels Serve YouMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Close to Home: State and Local Laws - How Citizens Can Help Change LawsClose to Home: State and Local Laws - How Citizens Can Help Change LawsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Laws and Rules for Kids | What is the difference between a rule and a law?Laws and Rules for Kids | What is the difference between a rule and a law?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Rights and Responsibilities for Kids | What is the difference?Rights and Responsibilities for Kids | What is the difference?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Teaching Laws, Rights, and Responsibilities to Kids | Freedom of Speech | Kids AcademyTeaching Laws, Rights, and Responsibilities to Kids | Freedom of Speech | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Good Citizenship & Social Skills for Kids | Being a Good Citizen | Kids AcademyGood Citizenship & Social Skills for Kids | Being a Good Citizen | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  13. 13How Can You Be a Good Citizen in Your Community? | Inquiring Minds in Social StudiesHow Can You Be a Good Citizen in Your Community? | Inquiring Minds in Social StudiesGPB EducationPlay from here Loop
  14. 14What Does It Mean To Be a Citizen? - Responsibilities ExplainedWhat Does It Mean To Be a Citizen? - Responsibilities ExplainedMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Election day 2024. Voting for Kids. Why Voting is Important?Election day 2024. Voting for Kids. Why Voting is Important?Kids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  16. 16🇺🇸 Election Day for Kids | 4 November | Voting Process | Democracy for Kids | Twinkl USA🇺🇸 Election Day for Kids | 4 November | Voting Process | Democracy for Kids | Twinkl USATwinkl Teaching Resources - United StatesPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Elections and Leadership at All Levels - Where Your Vote Makes the Biggest DifferenceElections and Leadership at All Levels - Where Your Vote Makes the Biggest DifferenceMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  18. 183 Branches of Government | Kids Educational Video | Kids Academy3 Branches of Government | Kids Educational Video | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Three Branches of Government | Learn about the executive, legislative, and judicial branchesThree Branches of Government | Learn about the executive, legislative, and judicial branchesLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  20. 20'If I Ran For President' read by Lonnie Chavis, Parker Bates and Mackenzie Hancsicsak'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.