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Oh, Say, Can You See What the Star-Spangled Banner Means?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students research the historical inspiration for the lyrics of the "The Star Spangled Banner". They explore websites, read articles and analyze poetry in an examination of America's patriotic symbols and history.
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Lesson Plan
Academy of American Poets

Teach This Poem: "A New National Anthem" by Ada Limón

For Teachers 3rd - 12th Standards
Ada Limon's poem, "A New National Anthem," offers young scholars an opportunity to reflect on the significance of the US national anthem and the extent to which Key's vision applies to all Americans. After watching a video of Whitney...
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Handout
ProCon

National Anthem Protests

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick refused to stand for the National Anthem in 2016 as a form of protest. Were his actions appropriate? Using the provided website, pupils attempt to decide for themselves by reading the main...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Technology Lesson Plan - A Country's National Anthem

For Teachers 6th - 9th
There are several important components in this how to build a PowerPoint presentation. Luckily there are some explicit instructions on how to put these components into the PowerPoint. This is a short, 3 slide, assignment on finding a...
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PPT
Curated OER

The Star Spangled Banner: History and Lyrics

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this U.S. government and civics PowerPoint, a brief history of the origin of "The Star Spangled Banner" is given, followed by the lyrics for the 4 verses of the song. Several illustrations of the American flag and a fire cracker at...
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Lesson Plan
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Our Anthem

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the concept national anthems and how they are used to boosted the moral of a nation. The lesson contains background information for the teacher to use. Then they create a new anthem for...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

General Music: Star Spangled Banner

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
"The Star Spangled Banner" became our country's national anthem, but why? Second and third grade musicians read about the song, analyze the lyrics, and discuss patriotism. They then complete a related word search.
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Lesson Plan
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The Star-Spangled Banner

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
Get your kids moving as they learn about the history of the United States National Anthem. Scholars examine the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key, and the meaning behind The Star Spangled Banner as they listen to an 18-minute...
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Lesson Plan
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"The Star-Spangled Banner"

For Teachers K - 5th
Students perform a song using correct posture, correct rhythms, and accurate pitches. They read musical notation and lyrics of various patriotic tunes, analyze the purpose and meaning of patriotic songs, discuss the social and cultural...
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PPT
Curated OER

The War of 1812

For Teachers 8th - 12th
A good addition to a unit on the War of 1812, this slideshow details causes, specific battles, political contexts, and several campaigns of the war. Maps and pictures with broad topics allow teachers to bring their own discussion topics...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

4th Grade Social Studies

For Teachers 4th
In this social studies worksheet, 4th graders answer multiple choice questions about the Bill of Rights, Congress, the National Anthem, and more. Students complete 25 multiple choice questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Francis Scott Key

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students enjoy a biography of Francis Scott Key, the author of the National Anthem. The students then answer 20 questions, some of which call on them to recall the words to the song.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

NATIONAL SYMBOLS

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders examine American national symbols such as the Bald Eagle, Liberty Bell, American Flag, National Anthem, and what these symbols mean to the nation. Learn the history of the symbols, their use, and meaning.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Philosophical Viewpoints

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of philisophical viewpoints in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Society and Class

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the themes society and class in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
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Anthem Theme of Science

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension activity, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of science in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
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Anthem Theme of Loyalty

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension learning exercise, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of loyalty in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem: Quotes (What was Said) Quiz

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 5 multiple choice questions based on the quotes in Anthem. Students may submit their answers to be scored on this timed quiz.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Questions

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 11 short answer and essay questions based on themes in Ayn Rand's Anthem.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Freedom and Confinement

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, learners respond to 5 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of freedom and confinement in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Happiness

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of happiness in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Love

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension instructional activity, learners respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of love in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Anthem Theme of Strength and Skill

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 4 short answer and essay questions based on the theme of strength and skill in Anthem. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Interactive
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Anthem: Symbols Quiz

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 5 multiple choice questions based on symbolism in Anthem. Students may submit their answers to be scored on this timed quiz.