Grade 4 · Social Studies · Lesson 3

Democracy and Decision-Making

Democracy is a system of government in which the people hold the power. In a democracy, citizens vote to choose their leaders and have a say in the decisions that affect their lives. The word "democracy" comes from two Greek words: "demos" (people) and "kratos" (power).

What this lesson teaches

1Define democracy and explain how it gives power to citizens
2Describe how voting and majority decisions work
3Distinguish between democratic and undemocratic systems
4Give real-world examples of democratic decision-making

Free · 7 days · No credit card

Unlock the full HSEA system for 7 days.

Create a kid profile, open any lesson, save progress — your family uses HSEA exactly the way a paying family does. Cancel anytime. Nothing to set up, no card required.

✓ All 1,680 lessons, Grades 1–6, every subject
✓ Profiles + saved progress for every kid
✓ Final exams + printable certificates

Start your 7-day free trial →

Already convinced? See full membership plans →