Three Branches of Government

A Grade 2 Social Studies Lesson Learning about how our government works

What is Government?

Government makes rules for our country It helps keep people safe Our government has three parts that work together Each part has a special job to do

The Three Branches

Legislative Branch: The Law Makers

This branch makes laws for our country Laws are rules that everyone must follow Congress is the name of this branch They meet in the Capitol building

Law Making Activity

Think of a rule for our classroom Why would this rule be important? How would it help everyone? Share your idea with a partner

Executive Branch: The Leader

The President leads this branch The President makes sure laws are followed The President lives in the White House The President helps make important decisions

Judicial Branch: The Fair Judges

Judges work in this branch They decide if laws are fair They help solve disagreements The Supreme Court is the most important court

Which Branch Does What?

Can you match the job to the branch? Who makes the laws? Who makes sure laws are followed? Who decides if laws are fair?

Working Together

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You Did It!

Now you know about the three branches! Legislative Branch makes laws Executive Branch leads the country Judicial Branch decides what's fair You can describe how the 3 branches work!