Did You Know?
Some gangs start as clubs for fun!
Why Kids Join Gangs
Some kids want friends and a place to fit in.
How Gangs Hurt
Gangs can make places unsafe for kids.
What gang Does
Gangs can fight with other gangs.
They may take things from stores.
Some kids feel scared of them.
Gangs can make friends feel bad.
They can cause trouble in school.
It is best to stay away from gangs.
More About gang
Gangs have been around for a long time. Some kids join to feel strong or cool. They think it helps them fit in. But it can lead to bad choices.
Gangs can change how kids live. They can make places feel unsafe. Kids might not want to go out to play. It can be hard for families too.
In the future, we hope kids find better ways to make friends. They can join clubs or teams. It is good to be part of a group that helps each other.
How Topics Connect
graph TD
A["Gang Definition"] --> B["Group of Associates"]
A --> C["Defined Leadership"]
A --> D["Internal Organization"]
A --> E["Territorial Control"]
A --> F["Illegal Behavior"]
F --> G["Organized Crime"]
F --> H["Violent Behavior"]
What Do These Words Mean?
gang:a group of people who often do illegal things together
leadership:the people in charge of a group
territory:an area of land that a group claims as their own
community:a group of people living in the same area
organized crime:planned illegal activities done by a group
