Social Studies
Mock Classroom Election
fun, interactive activity
With election season approaching, it’s the perfect time to introduce the concept of voting to your students through a Mock Classroom Election. This hands-on activity not only helps children understand the basics of how elections work, but also engages them in a fun and interactive way that fosters learning and excitement. Whether you’re teaching preschool or kindergarten, hosting a Mock Classroom Election is a great opportunity to combine civics education with classroom fun!
what's included?
Mock Election (three choices)
Election Classroom Decor
Election Day Crowns
Election Day Mini-Booklet
Writing Craft Pages
purpose
Teach kids about the Election Process
Demonstrate the fact that every vote counts
Teach students the importance of using their voice by casting a ballot
directions
How to do a Mock Classroom Election
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Decide on the candidates
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This Mock Election includes three Election choices
Print Election decor and decorate your classroom
Create a Ballot Box
Introduce the candidates to your students
Lead a discussion on the pros and cons of each
Invite students to create posters or flyers to promote their candidate of choice and put them up around the room
Discuss voting etiquette with your students
Time for students to cast their votes!
Students can pick a voting sticker and proudly wear it the rest of the day
Gather the students, then count and graph the votes
Celebrate the winner!
Students call fill out the Election Results Data Page
Students can color and wear the Election Day crowns
The Mock Election Set also includes multiple craft writing pages
Also included is a 2024 Election Mini-Booklet that teaches all the basics of the upcoming election
Includes PDF and Google Slides version
Mock Election
Grab this Mock Election set and watch your students’ eyes light up as they cast their votes and celebrate their very own special election day!
