Little Patriots Civics Bee — Presented by American Cornerstone Institute
FOR PARENTS OF K–5 STUDENTS

BIG IDEAS. BIG PRIZES. LITTLE PATRIOTS.

Help your child discover America’s story and compete in Dr. Ben Carson’s Little Patriots Civics Bee.

$100,000

IN TOTAL CASH PRIZES

Open to students in grades K–5.

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A family at home — parent and children working together on their Little Patriots Civics Bee entries
Dr. Ben Carson
Dr. Ben Carson

How the prizes work

Regional awards · Grades K–5. Students can compete for regional awards. See the Official Rules for the updated award amounts and number of winners.

National awards. Awards are offered across grade divisions. See the Official Rules for the updated award schedule.

The $100,000 total is across winners, not an award to one child, and excludes travel, lodging and physical prizes. Awards vary by grade division. See Official Rules.

Big ideas start early.

K–1

Big ideas can start early.

Grades 2–3

Curiosity builds a brighter tomorrow.

Grades 4–5

Real ideas. Real impact.

Entry paths are available for grades K–5. Grade-specific national eligibility and award details apply. See the Official Rules.