Grade 6 Social StudiesLessons & Games for Kids Ages 11–12
A complete, game-based grade 6 social studies path for homeschool and after school (Year 7 social studies in the UK). 10 courses, from Early Humans to The Silk Road + Final Challenge, each with a read-aloud lesson, practice games and a quiz.
- 10 courses
- 46+ practice questions
- Ages 11–12
- first 2 courses free
10 courses in order
Grade 6 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
Early Humans
Stone tools, fire, cave art and the first farms.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 2
Mesopotamia
The land between two rivers: cities, writing, the wheel and laws.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 3
Ancient Egypt
The Nile, pharaohs, pyramids, hieroglyphs and papyrus.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 4
Ancient India
The Indus Valley cities, great empires and the number zero.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 5
Ancient China
Dynasties, the Great Wall, silk, paper and the compass.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 6
Ancient Greece
City-states, democracy in Athens, Sparta, the Olympics and philosophers.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 7
Ancient Rome
From a small city to a republic and a huge empire.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 20 min
- Course 8
Kingdoms of Africa
Kush, Aksum, Ghana, Mali, Great Zimbabwe and their great achievements.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 9
Maya, Aztec & Inca
Great civilizations of the Americas: calendars, floating gardens and mountain roads.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 10
The Silk Road + Final Challenge
How trade connected ancient civilizations, then the Grade 6 Final Challenge.
Social Studies course · 10 questions · about 15 min
Skills
Grade 6 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 6 Social Studies: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 6 social studies?
SkillBloom's grade 6 social studies path has 10 courses: Early Humans, Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient India, Ancient China, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, Kingdoms of Africa, Maya, Aztec & Inca and The Silk Road + Final Challenge. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 6?
Grade 6 is usually for kids ages 11–12. In the UK that is Year 7, and in Australia it is Year 6. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 6 social studies free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 6 social studies courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 6 social studies homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 6th 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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