Learn About the Decennial Census

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Learn About the Decennial Census

These Statistics in Schools (SIS) activities were designed specifically to teach about the decennial census. They can be used by teachers for classroom instruction or distance learning, and by parents and caregivers to learn together with the children in their home. The resources spotlight the decennial census and the importance of making sure everyone is counted, especially children. The decennial count is mandated by the U.S. Constitution and impacts federal funds that communities receive for special education, classroom technology, teacher training, after-school programs, school lunch assistance, and more.

Use these activities for pre-K through 12th grade today to help your students, school, children, and community.

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Overview of Resources for Every Grade

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K-12 Activities

Find activities organized by grade so you can find the best ones for your classroom or the children in your home.

Pre-K Materials

Find fun and interactive activities in English and Spanish that help young children understand the decennial census and introduce them to the idea of data.

ELL/Adult ESL

ELL and adult ESL activities highlight the country's diversity and emphasize the value of counting everyone in the decennial census.

Puerto Rico

Recibe actividades en español que ofrecen información y temas sobre Puerto Rico y encuentra recursos del Censo 2020 específicos para la isla.

Island Areas

Get activities and decennial census resources for American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

2020 Maps

Capture the attention of students with large, colorful maps filled with fun census-based facts about the country and its territories.

2020 Videos

Find entertaining videos for students of all ages that explain the value of census data and why it's important for everyone to be counted.