Learning materials

This online quiz has been created for secondary school pupils to help them understand the basics about the EU.

Would you like your pupils to learn the basics about the European Union, but feel the subject may be too complex for them? Let them meet Yooki the firefly and his animal friends!

Ever wondered which EU Member States use the euro or what it means to be part of the Schengen area? What the European Green Deal is and how it will make your life better? What exactly the EU does for you and where the money comes from to pay for it all?

Discover how the 27 EU countries work together: teach, learn and play with the Council's civic education package

If you are between 15 and 18, or are a secondary school teacher interested in finding out about the European Union and what it does for you, then this publication is for you.

Do your students want to help change the world? The 'EU Democracy in Action’ Toolkit encourages students to take an active role in European issues with four interactive lessons on democracy in the EU and the European Citizens’ Initiative.

Teaching kit on the European Union to increase awareness among pupils aged 10 and over.

We come from different countries and speak different languages, but the European continent is the home we share.

Pick up some basic facts about the EU: print out and fold the sheet to make this fun origami game that children love to play!

A role-playing simulation game on decision-making in the EU, based on the Chocolate Directive.

How much do you know about the EU? Test your knowledge in the Council's EU quiz

This slide presentation will help you explain the basics of the EU, prepare the ground for discussions, and give you tips on how to stay in touch with the EU.

Help your pupils discover more about the countries of the European Union using this fun, interactive map.

Students can take a seat in the European Parliament and experience the decision-making process directly from their classroom or community through this online game!

Discover Europe from outer space. A fun story that will help you discover the European Union and its origins, and understand that diversity enriches us.

Whatever you’re looking for, there is something for you happening at the European Parliament - and everyone is invited.

Discover ‘Europa Quest’, the new quiz-based educational tool to enhance teamwork and communication while exploring EU institutions, history, decision-making, culture, and much more. Available in all EU languages, it's perfect for fostering shared learning!

What can a day in the life of people from different European countries look like?In these country-based short videos, discover what the EU does for yo...

What is the rule of law? What does it have to do with sports? How can art help to explain abstract concepts? Discover our series of 6 animations that will help you understand what the rule of law is about… while having fun! The animations are available in all EU languages.