Did you know there are 4 basic elements of a great flag?

1. Keep it Simple: A flag, they say, should be so simple that a child can draw it from memory. Kids will have fun drawing Japan’s flag, but not so much fun with Turkmenistan’s elaborate carpet-like patterns.
2. Use Meaningful Symbolism: A Star of David in Israel’s flag carries great meaning; however, the symbol of the rifle found on Mozambique’s flag may not be the most positive icon to represent a country.
3. Use Two to Three Basic Colours: Most flags get this right. Clearly South Africa didn’t get this memo — it has six colours on its flag.
4. No Lettering or Seals: Mexico has incorporated an extremely complicated seal into its flag — an eagle holding a serpent, perched atop a prickly pear cactus, atop a rock that hovers over a lake. Try drawing that, kids.
5. Be Distinctive or Be Related: I understand why the Scandinavian flags are part of a family, but Australia and New Zealand’s flags are virtually identical.

Now...here is a picture of Braintree's flag:
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What do you think? what is good and what is bad?

If you made a new flag for Braintree, what would it look like? Start brainstorming some ideas! Here are some thinking point to get you started...

-What colors will you use and why?

-What are some simple but important symbols that represent Braintree?

-Should it look like the Massachusetts flag?