Our Local Government
Understand that local government creates rules to help people
Learn how rules keep communities safe
Recognize that good rules reflect God's love for people
“Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God.”
— Romans 13:1 (WEB)God helps us understand why rules are important for community harmony
Gather students in a circle and show a picture of the local government building. Ask students to share what they think happens inside.
Explain how local leaders create rules to keep everyone safe and help people live together peacefully.
Students help create simple community rules on poster board
Simpler: Teacher writes rules, students draw pictures
Challenge: Students write simple rules independently
Review the rules we created and pray for local leaders
Dear God, thank you for giving us leaders who help keep our community safe. Help us be kind and follow good rules. Amen.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about community helpers!
“Do not envy the man of violence, and do not choose any of his ways.”
— Proverbs 3:31 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Rules Rhyme Game
Local government creates and enforces community rules to promote safety and harmony
Understanding abstract concept of community governance
Child's ability to explain basic purpose of rules
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