Ages 9 to 13 · Teaching kit · PDF guide available
An educational guide introducing democratic decision-making, fundamental rights, and civic participation in schools and local communities.
Ages 15 and over · Classroom toolkit
Four classroom lessons introducing secondary students to EU lawmaking and the European Citizens' Initiative.
Ages 15 and over · Pedagogical kit
Practical guidance and classroom discussion prompts exploring democratic values and freedom of expression through contemporary art.
Ages 15 and over · Illustrated publication · PDF and print copies
An illustrated handbook explaining how EU institutions work, how decisions are taken, and how EU policies affect daily life.
Ages 12 to 15 · Teaching kit
Classroom activities guiding students through fundamental human rights, equality, and the balance between rights and responsibilities.
Ages 15 and over · Online simulation game (60 min)
An interactive 60-minute simulation where students take on the role of Members of the European Parliament to debate, negotiate, and vote on EU legislation.
Ages 12 to 15 · Illustrated booklet · PDF and free print copies
An illustrated guide introducing European geography, history, and cooperation among EU Member States.
Ages 15 and over · Decision-making game
A role-play game where students act as EU, national, and local decision-makers to evaluate migration and integration policies.
Ages 12 and over · Video explainer
A short video explaining the fundamental values of the European Union, including human dignity, democracy, equality, and the rule of law.
Ages 15 and over · 1-minute video series
One-minute video explainers on the role of MEPs, the European lawmaking process, and European elections.
Classroom publications
Download official educational booklets as PDFs or order free printed copies for schools across the European Union in all 24 official EU languages.
- Democracy Toolkit: educator and learner guide (PDF)
PDF guide · 44 pages · All 24 EU languages · Ages 9 to 13
Lesson plans, debate activities, and student worksheets on democratic decision-making. - Let's explore Europe! illustrated booklet (PDF)
Illustrated booklet · 48 pages · Free print copies · Ages 12 to 15
Classroom guide exploring European history, geography, and cooperation. Order free print copies. - The European Union: what it is and what it does (PDF and print)
Flagship handbook · 64 pages · Free bulk classroom sets · Ages 15 and over
Comprehensive guide on EU institutions, decision-making, and daily citizen impact. - Art in Democracy: pedagogical kit (PDF)
Pedagogical handbook · All 24 EU languages · Ages 15 and over
European Parliament handbook connecting contemporary artworks with democratic values. - A short guide to the EU (PDF)
Compact guide · 20 pages · Free print copies · Ages 15 and over
Brief overview of EU institutions and citizens' rights. Order print copies.
The Publications Office provides free printed copies of EU educational booklets, maps, and classroom materials for schools across all 27 Member States. Orders include free delivery in all 24 official EU languages.
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Youth initiatives
EU programmes, school networks, and student competitions that support active citizenship and democratic participation.
School programmes and competitions
- ImagineEU competition for secondary schools
Secondary schools · Video competition · Brussels study trip
Students in their final two years of secondary school create 3-minute video concepts for a European Citizens' Initiative. Winning teams receive an educational study trip to EU institutions in Brussels. - European Parliament Ambassador School (EPAS)
Secondary and vocational schools · School certification · European network
Accreditation network recognizing schools that actively teach European parliamentary democracy. Teachers and students become Senior and Junior Ambassadors with access to EU-wide training and exchanges.
Simulations and institutional visits
- Euroscola in Strasbourg
Secondary students (ages 16 to 18) · Hemicycle debate simulation · Strasbourg
Students take the floor in the European Parliament hemicycle in Strasbourg to debate, negotiate, and vote on European resolutions alongside peers from all 27 Member States. - Experience Europe exhibition centre
Classroom visits · Free guided workshops · Brussels
Interactive exhibition centre in Brussels offering school groups hands-on games, interactive media tables, and presentations on European Commission policies. - Europe Direct local centres
Local classroom support · Over 400 centres EU-wide · Free materials
Regional information centres across all 27 EU Member States providing guest speakers for classrooms, educational publications, and local EU events.
Youth dialogue and exchange networks
- EU Youth Dialogue
Young people and educators · Policy dialogue · 18-month cycles
Structured dialogue mechanism connecting young people directly with EU decision-makers to contribute to European youth policy recommendations. - European Youth Portal
EU information platform · Exchanges and volunteering · All 24 languages
Official European Union portal with opportunities for Erasmus+ youth exchanges, DiscoverEU travel passes, and the European Solidarity Corps.
A biennial EU campaign promoting youth participation and civic engagement through local, national, and European events, discussions with policymakers, and community activities.
Organized by the European Parliament, the European Youth Event (EYE) brings together young people aged 16 to 30 in Strasbourg and online to debate and share ideas on the future of Europe. The next EYE takes place on 18–19 June 2027.