Hello, Primary 3 students!
Welcome back to National Value Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about different types of government. Today, we’re going to learn the topic “Functions of Government” which teaches us about the important roles that governments play in our lives.
Objectives
- List at least four functions of government.
- Express the importance of government functions in our daily lives.
- Discuss in pairs how government functions help our community.
Functions of Government
The government is like a big team that works to keep our country running smoothly and make sure everyone is safe and happy. Some of the important things the government does include:
- Maintaining Law and Order: The government makes rules called laws to ensure everyone behaves well and there is peace in our country. Think of it like traffic rules on the road – they help everyone stay safe and organized.
- Defense: The government protects our country from any dangers outside our borders by having a strong army. This is like having a big, strong guard to keep us safe.
- Provision of Social Services: The government provides essential services like schools, hospitals, and public transportation. This is like having a helpful team that makes sure everyone has access to important things they need.
- Economic Management: The government makes sure our country’s economy is healthy by controlling things like taxes and spending. This is like managing a big family budget to make sure everyone has what they need.
- Protection of Rights: The government ensures that everyone has their rights protected, like the right to speak freely and the right to be treated fairly. This is like having a strong advocate for everyone’s rights.
- Infrastructure Development: The government builds and maintains important things like roads, bridges, and public buildings. This is like building a strong foundation for our country to grow and prosper.
- Environmental Protection: The government works to protect our environment by making sure we don’t pollute our air, water, and land. This is like taking care of our home and keeping it clean and healthy.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about the functions of government, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Can you name four important things that the government does for us?
- Why is it important for the government to provide social services like schools and hospitals?
- Draw a simple picture of one function of government that you learned about today.
- Talk to your partner about how the government helps to keep our community safe and organized.
Conclusions
The government plays a vital role in keeping our country safe, organized, and prosperous. Don’t forget to ask your teacher any questions you have, and keep learning about how our government works! See you in the next lesson!
