This 24 page SOCIAL STUDIES and CIVICS resource provides teachers and parents with 212 progressive questions and answers that align with elementary learning targets and content standards for preschool and kindergarten. It encompasses geography, history, early American heritage and exploration, and peoples and cultures of the world. The Civics questions aim to heighten children's awareness regarding the role of government, citizens, and the importance of becoming contributing members of the community, the state, and the nation. Social Studies: Many of the social studies questions encompass geography and history. While many elementary schools may focus on different early civilizations, most do cover units relating to early American history. Several of the questions related to specific states and countries are written as “mini-lessons.” Further exploration of the names and places in those questions is also highly recommended! Government and Civics: The focus of this chapter is to prompt children to think about all levels of government, the role of the citizen, and the importance of becoming contributing members of the community, the state, and the nation. What is the name of the state you live in? Who came to America from England on the Mayflower and met with the Native American Indians? What is the name of the American president that was born in a log cabin in Kentucky and was often called “Honest Abe?” What is the name of the country above us to the north? How many states are there in the United States? How many continents are there: six or seven? What are the two main oceans on our planet? What holidays do we celebrate in the winter? What are some qualities of being a responsible citizen? What are some rules in a school? Are some children schooled at home? Is it good citizenship to follow the rules of a game or a sport? Do all countries have a flag that symbolizes their country? Why “Ask Me Smarter?” Because it is kid-engaging in that the BRAIN cannot resist a question! Because it is a simplified and stream-lined format in interpreting an elementary school curriculum and prescribed learning targets! Because learning is optimized through progressive questioning and spaced retention! Because many of the questions reflect "I can" statements per grade level. Because it is a simple but important resource that serves to empower children with essential knowledge, making knowledge FUN-da-men-tal! It is a simple but important questioning resource that serves to empower children with essential knowledge, making knowledge FUN-da-men-tal!