K–6Civic Lab
Civic Processes
Voting and participation
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JorahBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 20–40 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Otis · Weber
- Materials needed
- Civic Engagement Journal
- Pocket U.S. Constitution & Declaration of Independence
- Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine
Video resources
Constitution for Kids | What It Is and Why It Matters
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Watch on YouTube →Why this skill rocks
You'll discover how everyone gets a say in important decisions, like choosing what happens in your town. It's like a big team game!
2034Where this could take you
In 2034, you'll be a super smart voter, helping decide who runs the city, and maybe even organizing events to help your community celebrate the Olympics.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Civic Engagement Journal
RequiredA dedicated notebook for tracking meetings you attend, officials you contact, and reflections on your civic actions. Writing by hand helps you remember what you observe and plan what to do next.
Pocket U.S. Constitution & Declaration of Independence
RequiredA compact reference copy of the founding documents. Handy to have when reading legislation or attending public meetings where constitutional rights come up in discussion.
Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine
A Pulitzer-nominated book that blends poetry and essay to explore what citizenship and belonging mean in practice. Great for deepening your thinking between civic actions.