About this lesson
Society lessons explain how families, rules and communities work together. In this Our World lesson, children flip cards to match each question with its answer.
The lesson has 3 key facts, an interactive activity and a 3-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.
When to use this lesson
- Discussing family roles in circle time
- Talking about rules at home or school
- Drawing a family tree
- Revision for Grade 4 Our World at home or in class
How to practise at home
- Play the activity together: flip cards to match each question with its answer.
- Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
- Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.
Practice questions
Show the 3 practice questions and answers
- Democracy means… Answer: rule by the people
- Voting is a way to… Answer: choose leaders
- In a vote, the winner gets… Answer: the most votes
Frequently asked questions
What will my child learn in “Voting and democracy”?
The lesson covers these key facts: Voting is a way to… choose leaders. Democracy means… rule by the people. In a vote, the winner gets… the most votes.
Which grade is “Voting and democracy” for?
It is written for Grade 4 pupils studying Our World. Related lessons on society are listed at the bottom of this page.
How can I help my child practise “Voting and democracy” at home?
Play the activity together, so your child can flip cards to match each question with its answer. Then ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words and try the 3-question quiz. The quiz awards up to three stars.
Can this lesson be used in class?
Yes. The activity works well on a whiteboard as a starter, and the quiz is a quick check of understanding at the end of the lesson.
Do I need an account to use this lesson?
No. There is no sign-up. Stars and progress are saved in the browser on the device you use.