U.S. Government and Economics 5th Vocabulary Word Wall Cards Bulletin Boards

Bring your U.S. history classroom to life with U.S. Government and Economics vocabulary cards designed specifically for Grades 3-5! Perfect for bulletin boards or word walls, these U.S. Government, Constitution, and Economics in the US. word wall cards help reinforce key concepts and terms your students need to know.

Designed specifically for upper elementary students, this product helps reinforce key social studies terms with clear definitions and visuals to support students learning.

Whether you use these cards for your word wall, vocabulary stations, or review games, they are perfect for improving your students’ understanding of essential social studies concepts.

These vocabulary cards are aligned to the 5th Grade U.S. History Smart and Simple Social Studies Guided Curriculum for the following units:

• Unit 6: The U.S. Constitution and Government
• Unit 11: Economics in the U.S.

What’s Included:

• 73 Vocabulary Cards: The colorful vocabulary cards are arranged with 2 cards per page – just print, cut, laminate, and display! Features both photographs and illustrations with easy-to-read terms and definitions.
• 2 Vocabulary Quizzes: The unit vocabulary quiz includes vocabulary matching, multiple choice, and short answer questions based on the terms in this resource.
• Answer Keys: An answer key for each of the vocabulary quizzes is included for easy grading.
• 2 Unit Word Wall Headers: Unit posters for a classroom word wall bulletin board are included to make it easy to display!
• Suggestions for Use: This page includes a variety of lesson activity ideas you can use to set up and incorporate vocabulary cards with your students.

Vocabulary Terms in this Resource

democracy

popular sovereignty

rule of law

individual rights

separation of powers

federalism

Articles of Confederation

states’ rights

Northwest Land Ordinance

U.S. Constitution

preamble

article

amendment

union

justice

tranquility

welfare

posterity

Congress

Supreme Court

constitutional

legislative branch

Senate

House of Representatives

Speaker of the House

executive branch

President

Vice President

judicial branch

checks and balances

Bill of Rights

abolition

economics

free enterprise system

supply

demand

private ownership

profit

competition

consumer

choice

entrepreneurship

trade and barter

mercantilism

industry

agrarian

monopoly

globalization

scarce

agriculture

invest

plantation system

labor demand

economy

Southwest region

West region

Midwest region

Northeast region

Southeast region

geographic factors

climate

natural resources

landforms

immigration

migration

population growth

cultural diversity

workforce

mass production

specialization

division of labor

efficiency

productivity

Important Note (N.B.): Some vocabulary words may repeat or be similar across different units, as they are specifically aligned with the guided curriculum.

Why use the Smart & Simple Social Studies Vocabulary Cards?

✅ Definitions & Visuals: Each card includes a simple definition and an engaging picture to help students make connections.

✅ Flexible Use: Ideal for vocabulary practice, games, or creating interactive word walls.

✅ Aligned with Standards: Supports TEKS standards and complements the Smart and Simple Social Studies Guided Curriculum – but can be used with any social studies curriculum.

How to Use:

• Word Walls: Create a classroom display to reinforce daily vocabulary.
• Review Stations: Use the cards for independent or partner review activities.
• Games: Incorporate vocabulary games like matching or memory for a fun review.

This resource will help your students grasp the foundational social studies concepts they need to succeed while making learning interactive and engaging. Perfect for teachers seeking an easy-to-prep, flexible resource that saves time and boosts learning!

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This is a printable resource only. A digital version is not included.