Teaching politics

Once upon a time, in a land called Civica, there was a vibrant kingdom where people lived in harmony. This land was unique because it was ruled not by a single king or queen but by its people, who made decisions together through a system called "politics."

The kingdom was divided into many regions, each with its own leaders. These leaders were chosen not because of their wealth or power, but because the people in their region voted for them. Every few years, the people of Civica would gather in large town halls, schools, and markets to cast their votes for the leaders they trusted the most.

There were two main groups, or "parties," in Civica. The "Builders" believed that the kingdom should focus on creating new things—schools, roads, and parks. They wanted to invest in the future and make Civica a modern place. The other group, the "Keepers," believed that the kingdom should protect its traditions and ensure that the old ways of life were preserved. They wanted to take care of the elderly, maintain the kingdom’s history, and ensure stability.

Sometimes the Builders and Keepers would argue. They had different ideas about what was best for Civica. But everyone knew that, in the end, they would have to work together to make decisions. This was called "compromise," and it was one of the most important parts of politics in Civica.

One day, a young girl named Lila, who lived in the countryside, asked her mother, "How can we make sure that both the Builders and Keepers are happy? They always seem to disagree."

Her mother smiled and said, "That’s a very good question, Lila. Politics is like making a soup. You need different ingredients to make it taste just right. If you have too much of one thing, it can spoil the whole pot. The Builders and Keepers are like the ingredients—too much of either wouldn’t be good for Civica. But when they mix their ideas together, they make something better than what either could create alone."

Lila thought about this. She realized that everyone in Civica had a role to play, from the people who voted to the leaders they chose. And while politics could be messy and sometimes difficult, it was the only way to ensure that everyone had a voice in how the kingdom was run.

Years later, Lila grew up to be a leader in her own region. She remembered the lesson her mother taught her and worked hard to listen to the people, find common ground, and make decisions that helped both Builders and Keepers. She knew that politics was not about winning or losing, but about creating a better Civica for everyone.

And so, the kingdom of Civica continued to thrive, ruled not by one, but by the voices and hearts of all its people.