Local Government and Services
How county and city governments provide services like schools, parks, and police and fire protection.
Key Questions
- 1What services does our local government provide for us?
- 2How does our local government pay for things like roads and parks?
- 3Who are the leaders in our local community?
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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