Social Studies: Rules at Home and School Why We Follow Them Worksheet

Question 1

Circle the rule that helps keep you safe at school: Run in the hallway or Walk in the hallway.

Accepted Answer

Walk in the hallway is the rule that helps keep students safe because it helps prevent falls and crashes.

Question 2

At home, a grown-up says, "Put toys away after playing." Why is this a helpful rule?

Accepted Answer

This rule is helpful because it keeps the room clean and helps people avoid tripping on toys.

Question 3

Draw one rule you follow in your classroom.

Accepted Answer

A good answer shows a classroom rule, such as raising a hand, sharing supplies, listening to the teacher, or walking safely.

Question 4

Which rule shows kindness? A student grabs a crayon from a friend. A student asks, "May I use the crayon when you are done?"

Accepted Answer

The student who asks to use the crayon shows kindness because they are using respectful words and waiting their turn.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: We raise our hand before speaking in class so everyone can have a ______.

Accepted Answer

We raise our hand before speaking in class so everyone can have a turn.

Question 6

Name one rule you follow at home.

Accepted Answer

A good answer names a home rule, such as brushing teeth, cleaning up toys, using kind words, or staying with an adult outside.

Question 7

Name one rule you follow at school.

Accepted Answer

A good answer names a school rule, such as listening to the teacher, walking in line, keeping hands to yourself, or taking turns.

Question 8

A child pushes to be first in line. Is the child following a good school rule? Explain.

Accepted Answer

The child is not following a good school rule because pushing can hurt others and is not fair.

Question 9

Which is a good reason to wash hands before eating? It makes hands clean. It makes lunch disappear.

Accepted Answer

A good reason to wash hands before eating is that it makes hands clean and helps keep germs away.

Question 10

At school, the teacher says, "Use quiet voices in the library." Why do we follow this rule?

Accepted Answer

We follow this rule because quiet voices help people read, think, and learn.

Question 11

Circle the choice that follows a home rule: Jump on the couch or Sit safely on the couch.

Accepted Answer

Sit safely on the couch follows a home rule because it helps keep people and furniture safe.

Question 12

A friend is talking. What rule helps you be a good listener?

Accepted Answer

A good listener looks at the speaker, waits quietly, and does not interrupt.

Question 13

Draw a picture of students taking turns on a playground.

Accepted Answer

A good answer shows children taking turns, such as waiting in line for a slide or sharing a swing.

Question 14

Why do families and classrooms have rules?

Accepted Answer

Families and classrooms have rules to help people stay safe, be fair, and treat each other with respect.

Question 15

A rule says, "Keep hands and feet to yourself." Tell why this rule is important.

Accepted Answer

This rule is important because it keeps people safe and helps everyone feel comfortable.

Social Studies: Rules at Home and School Why We Follow Them