Election Vocabulary Cards for Kids | Civics, Voting & Democracy Word Work

Election Words Vocabulary

Elections can be difficult for children to understand because the vocabulary is abstract and often used in adult conversations without much explanation. This Election Words Vocabulary resource helps students build the language they need to discuss voting, democracy, leadership, and civic participation with more confidence.

This resource is ideal for civics lessons, social studies, election units, vocabulary work, homeschool learning, and upper primary classrooms. It gives students a clearer foundation before they begin deeper discussions about government and decision-making.

What students learn

• Important election and civics vocabulary
• Language for discussing voting and democracy
• Key words connected to leadership and government
• Confidence with social studies terminology
• Vocabulary for discussion, writing, and research

How to use this resource

Use this as a vocabulary introduction, word wall, matching activity, discussion support, or follow-up during an election study. It pairs well with country-specific election activities or class voting projects.

Created by Montessori Kiwi, a Montessori-trained and New Zealand registered teacher. My social studies resources are designed to help children understand real-world concepts through clear, accessible language.

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