Civics & Government Word Match- U.S. Constitution & Branches (1st–3rd)

Introduce students to the foundations of U.S. government with this Civics and Our Government Word Match Activity! Students learn about laws, citizens, elections, the Constitution, and the three branches of government—executive, legislative, and judicial. After reading the kid-friendly text, students complete a cut-and-paste matching activity to connect civics vocabulary with their correct definitions.

This hands-on activity helps kids build early civic knowledge, practice vocabulary, and understand why rules and leaders are important in a community. Perfect for classroom social studies lessons, homeschool civics units, or Constitution Day activities.

Standards Covered:

1st Grade:
• 1.1.2 – Learn about rules and responsibilities in family, school, and community.
• 1.4.2 – Understand the role of leaders and why rules are needed in communities.

2nd Grade:
• 2.3.1 – Learn about government institutions and the importance of rules and laws.
• 2.5.2 – Recognize the contributions of leaders and community helpers in civic life.

3rd Grade:
• 3.1 – Understand the U.S. Constitution, branches of government, and checks and balances.
• 3.4 – Explain why citizens vote and how elections work in a democracy.

Why Teachers Love It:
✔ Clear, student-friendly text on civics basics
✔ Hands-on cut and paste word match activity
✔ Reinforces key vocabulary and government concepts
✔ Easy to use for Constitution Day, government units, or enrichment