Local government and local needs Level Lower to middle secondary. This activity uses an investigative approach to extend knowledge about local government. Students work within guidelines to develop an understanding of the relationship between local needs and local government services.
Students work in small groups to collect, interpret and report information.
Duration Two class sessions with additional time for collecting and presenting information. Materials Information about local government services from the local council and from the Resource Database , paper, pens and other materials for report presentation. The questions should focus on the work of local government. After the discussion, ask students what all these services have in common. Write 'Local Government' on the board and the name of your local council.