A symbols stand for thoughts, commands, and feelings. Symbols are part of our everyday lives. A street sign with people walking in a crosswalk means a school crossing. Some symbols are made through body movements instead of bing written down. Special symbols also come to represent special organizations, places, etc.
Schools often have school colors or a school mascot.
Plants, animals, birds, and more are often chosen by state legislatures to represent their state. For example, the Western Meadowlark is the state bird of Kansas. Symbols such as this are official state symbols. Other things also come to mind when thinking of a specific state. When people think of Kansas pictures of cowboys, airplanes, wheat, and tornadoes often flash through their heads.