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Flag Day
In this national day holiday instructional activity, students fill in 3 boxes with important information about Flag Day. Students include the year 1777, traditions and the events that happened in August 1949.
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Introduction to American Literature
Pupils discuss the topic of freedom and what the National Anthem means to them and to our country. They create a new and original verse for the National Anthem.
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Core Poetry and More
Second graders examine poetry in the context of American History in the four lessons of this unit. They read, write, and edit their own pieces in this unit.
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The Power of 1: Individual Assessment of Anthem
Students prepare for a Multiple Intelligences based assessment after completing the novel "Anthem." As individuality is a theme in the novel, each student reflects that concept by choosing how best to show understanding of the novel.
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Santana
The orchestra plays the National Anthem and discusses their origin. Middle schoolers listen to other nation's National Anthems, and discuss how they felt while listening. As the students play the National Anthem, the teacher sings. The...
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The Star-Spangled Banner
Students sing the national anthem and analyze the lyrics. They work in cooperative groups to sequence the lyrics, research the cultural and historical context of the anthem and record a class performance.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Grades K 2
Here you can learn all about the U.S. Government! Find information on our nation, how our government works, your own neighborhood, and the main government symbols. Games and other activities are also included!
Read Works
Read Works: O Say, Can You . . . Sing?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about teaching people the words to the national anthem. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
Songwriters Hall of Fame: Francis Scott Key
Francis Scott Key is known for composing "The Star Spangled Banner". This resource offers a brief biography of him and his inspiration for writing the song.