School Subjects: List of Subjects for Kids (With Pictures & Examples)

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Learning school subjects is one of the first steps for children to build vocabulary in English. From math and science to art and music, each subject helps kids understand the world while improving their language skills.

In this lesson, you will learn common school subjects for kids with pictures, pronunciation (IPA), and example sentences.

Categories of School Subjects (Primary School)

Category	Subjects	What you learn
Core Subjects	Mathematics (Math), Science, English (Literacy)	Basic subjects that help children develop thinking, reading, and understanding skills.
Social Studies	History, Geography	Subjects that help students learn about people, places, and the past.
Creative Subjects	Art, Music, Drama	Subjects that develop creativity and imagination.
Physical Education	Physical Education (P.E), Swimming	Subjects that keep students active and healthy.
Technology & Life Skills	Information Technology (IT), Citizenship	Subjects that teach basic computer skills and social responsibility.

School Subjects Vocabulary with Pictures

Art

IPA (US): /ɑːrt/

• In art class, we learn how to draw and paint.

Geography

IPA (US): /dʒiˈɑːɡrəfi/

• We learn about countries and maps in geography.

English (Literacy)

IPA (US): /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/

• In English, we learn to read and write.

Music

IPA (US): /ˈmjuːzɪk/

• We sing songs in music class.

Science

IPA (US): /ˈsaɪəns/

• In science, we learn about plants and animals.

Mathematics

IPA (US): /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/

• Mathematics helps us solve problems with numbers like addition and subtraction.

Drama

IPA (US): /ˈdrɑːmə/

• We act in plays in drama class.

Swimming

IPA (US): /ˈswɪmɪŋ/

• We learn to swim in swimming class.

Physical Education (P.E)

IPA (US): /ˈfɪzɪkəl ˌedʒʊˈkeɪʃən/

• We run and play sports in P.E.

Information Technology (IT)

IPA (US): /ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən tɛkˈnɑːlədʒi/

• We learn to use computers in IT class.

Citizenship

IPA (US): /ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/

• Citizenship teaches us about our rights and responsibilities in society.

History

IPA (US): /ˈhɪstəri/

• We learn about the past in history.

Dance

IPA (US): /dæns/

• We learn movements in dance class.

Mini Quiz: School Subjects

Choose the correct answer for each question. Then open the answer box at the bottom to check your work.

1. Which subject helps you learn numbers?
   Art
   Mathematics
   Music
2. Which subject includes drawing and painting?
   Science
   Art
   History
3. Which subject teaches about the past?
   Geography
   History
   Music
4. Which subject helps you stay healthy?
   P.E
   English
   Drama

Show Answers

• 1. Mathematics
• 2. Art
• 3. History
• 4. P.E

Tip: Try to use these words in your daily English practice to remember them better!