The Copyright Office has launched a modern, refreshed resource for young learners: the Copyright for Kids Activity Sheets. These activity sheets, designed for children under age twelve, introduce copyright basics through games, puzzles, and more. Upon completing the activity sheets, kids discover that they are both copyright users and owners.
Using this refreshed resource, kids can learn what copyright is and what rights copyright owners have:
- Coloring and searching activities help kids learn what subject matter is protectable by copyright.
- Mazes trace a path from idea to authorship and copyright owner.
- Spot-the-difference activities feature the Statue of Liberty (one of the largest works ever registered).
- Prompts direct kids to create their very own original story or drawing.
All ages will learn that everyone is a copyright owner, everyone is a copyright user, there is no minimum age to being a copyright owner, and creators of any age have the option to register their works with the Copyright Office[1].
This interactive resource supports one of the Office’s primary goals: making the copyright system as easy to understand for as many people as possible.
Copyright for Kids Activity Sheets are available on the Copyright Office’s website to print at home. To learn more about copyright and Copyright Office services, schedule a visit to the Office’s exhibit or request a speaker for classrooms and beyond.
[1] Adults should note that the registration application requires a fee, and that some personal information of the copyright holder will later be visible online if approved. For more information, see Copyright Registration (Circular 2) and Privacy: Public Copyright Registration Records (Circular 18).
Comments (6)
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It’s wonderful
What a terrific resource for explaining copyright to younger students! I love these coloring sheets and think they will benefit our students. Thank you for this information and resource!
A fantastic initiative. Positive to embed the knowledge in an activity that the children already use in their everyday lives.
Love the creative, kid-friendly approach. That said, how are parents and educators guided to explain real-world copyright limits. Thank you for this information and resource.
Thank you for your comment. The Office’s Information Circulars are a good resource, particularly Copyright Basics (Circular 1). Also, see our Learning Engine Video Series.