2nd Grade Civics & Government — Our Nation — Symbols, Laws, and Freedom
Students will learn what it means to be a good citizen and how serving others is serving God.
A citizen is a person who belongs to a country. As American citizens, we have both rights and responsibilities. Rights are things we are allowed to do, and responsibilities are things we should do.
Good citizens follow the law, respect others, and help their community. They vote when they are old enough, they are honest, and they take care of their neighborhood. The Bible teaches us to treat others the way we want to be treated.
Being a good citizen also means serving others. We can help our neighbors, volunteer at church, pick up litter, and be kind to everyone. Jesus taught that when we serve others, we are serving Him.
God wants us to be good citizens of our country and good citizens of His kingdom. When we act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God, we become the kind of citizens who make America — and the world — a better place.
Create a 'Good Citizen Pledge' card. Write three things you promise to do to be a good citizen this week, such as helping a neighbor, following rules, or being kind to someone new.