Understanding How the U.S. Government Works (For Kids and Grown-Ups Alike!)
Imagine the government is like a team 🏟️ running a big game or show. Every team member has a special job, and they all work together to keep the country running. Let’s explain the U.S. government in a simple way, so you’ll understand who’s responsible for what—and how decisions about money (like stimulus checks 💸) are made. The Three Main Parts of the Government The Legislative Branch (Congress) What they do : These are the people who make the rules, called laws 📜. Congress is like the rule makers of the game. Who’s in it? Congress has two groups: the House of Representatives 🏛️ and the Senate 🏛️. Together, they decide on laws and how the country’s money is spent 💰. Fun Fact : If the country needs to spend money on something important (like giving people stimulus checks 💵), Congress is the group that decides if the money gets approved! The Executive Branch (The President) What they do : This is like the captain 🧑🏾✈️ of the team. The president’s job is to make sure ...