Field Trip to the State Capitol

It's a great day for a field trip.

Take a look at the kids in these pictures. They may be future legislators, governors, leaders...even presidents. They will certainly be future voters, responsible for making decisions that will affect us all. I'm reminded of the weighty responsibility we have as teachers and parents to teach these children to love the Lord and to follow Him all the days of their lives. They'll need God's wisdom and His guidance as they navigate an increasingly complex world. They'll need His commandments as a moral compass as they strive to do what's right and just. The future is in their hands.

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up." Deuteronomy 6:5-7

Our gang in front of the Old State Capitol

We love a picnic on the grounds.

The Early Childhood Division filled the steps of the Old State Capitol

The best part of the trip was rolling down the hill.

"...and Jill came tumbling after."

Hmm...some interesting murals!

The floors are made of lava rocks.

We're learning how Huey was shot in this building.

Lots to learn about the House of Representatives and Senate.

Our state legislators press red or green buttons to vote on laws.

And there's a pencil stuck in the ceiling!

A view from the top!

It was a tight squeeze on the elevator, but we made it to the observation deck on the 27th floor.

The state capitol is beautiful in the spring. 

And the finale....singing our state song on the steps of the Capitol!

Fun Fact: Governor Davis wrote "You Are My Sunshine" for his horse, Sunshine.

Ah, the joys of childhood!