This is a 1 hour, lightly scripted, Social Studies lesson is geared towards 4th grade or 5th grade students. It answers the Essential Question: What are the functions of a governing society?Students will:Learn about the branches of government.Create a “tree” of government craft with the corresponding branches and their descriptions.Addresses the Civics 3-5 subject: Distinguish the responsibilities and powers of government officials at various levels and branches of government and in different ti