Government Function
This is what the government does to make sure we don't get out of control...
establish order
They provide law enforcement and promote safety in the community; crime prevention; protect people and property
police department
US flag
US bird
Eagle
Generally celebrated with religious services and family gatherings
Thanksgiving
The government does this to keep everyone safe
provide security
They provide protection of life, property and the environment
fire department
You say this pledge to our state
Texas Pledge
Texas state bird
Mockingbird
This is done before a game or school starting
Saying the pledge
The government does this in case you can't solve your own problems
Manage conflict
They are supported by community government, provide books, research services, educational and entertainment resources
libraries
This is our national anthem
Star Spangled Banner
State flower
Bluebonnet
Fireworks and barbeques with family and friends
This part of the government makes the laws
Congress
They are supported by government administration and tax dollars, provide education to community members
Schools
You do this while saying the pledge
Stand and have your hand over your heart
13 stripes and 50 stars (red, white, and blue)
US flag
Honoring those that serve in the military and have served in the military
Veteran's Day
This part of the government is in charge of resolving problems
Courts
They are supported by government, provide places for recreation and family gatherings, including such things as swimming pools, playgrounds, picnic areas, sports field, camping and fishing venues, and other recreational areas
Parks
O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed His grace on thee, And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea!
America the Beautiful
Lone Star State
Texas
We celebrate this day when an activist marched, spoke, and modeled how all people should be treated regardless of the color of their skin
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day