Grade 2 Social StudiesLessons & Games for Kids Ages 7–8
A complete, game-based grade 2 social studies path for homeschool and after school (Year 3 social studies in the UK). 10 courses, from Kinds of Communities to Money, Saving + Final Challenge, each with a read-aloud lesson, practice games and a quiz.
- 10 courses
- 45+ practice questions
- Ages 7–8
- first 2 courses free
10 courses in order
Grade 2 Social Studies Courses
Open any course to see what's inside: the lesson, the games, practice questions and ideas to try at home.
- Course 1
Kinds of Communities
Cities, suburbs and the countryside: three kinds of communities.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 2
Compass & Map Keys
North, south, east and west, plus map keys and symbols.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 3
Continents & Oceans
The seven continents and the five oceans of our world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 4
Landforms & Water
Mountains, valleys, islands, rivers, lakes and deserts.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 5
Goods & Services
Goods are things we buy; services are jobs people do for us.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 6
Producers & Consumers
Producers make things; consumers buy and use them.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 7
Laws & Good Citizens
What laws are, and how good citizens help their community.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 8
Celebrations Around the World
Holidays and festivals that families celebrate around the world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 9
My Family History
Generations, family stories and timelines of a life.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 10
Money, Saving + Final Challenge
Earning, spending and saving money, then the Grade 2 Final Challenge.
Social Studies course · 9 questions · about 15 min
Skills
Grade 2 Social Studies Skills Covered
Every practice question is linked to a skill, so the parent dashboard can show what your child has mastered and what to practice next.
Questions from parents
Grade 2 Social Studies: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 2 social studies?
SkillBloom's grade 2 social studies path has 10 courses: Kinds of Communities, Compass & Map Keys, Continents & Oceans, Landforms & Water, Goods & Services, Producers & Consumers, Laws & Good Citizens, Celebrations Around the World, My Family History and Money, Saving + Final Challenge. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 2?
Grade 2 is usually for kids ages 7–8. In the UK that is Year 3, and in Australia it is Year 2. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 2 social studies free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 2 social studies courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 2 social studies homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 2nd grade, in a sensible order. Kids learn on their own with voice support, and the parent dashboard and planner show progress and the skills that need more practice.
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