ProCon.org
Pro Con: Should "Under God" Be in the Pledge of Allegiance?
Pro Con website presents both sides of argument about whether the words "under God" should be in the Pledge of Allegiance. Includes background information and non-partisan facts and analysis.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Develop a Personal, Family or School Creed
Many schools recite The American Creed, The Pledge of Allegiance, every morning when the bell rings. This lesson plan has students understanding what a creed is and encouraging them to develop one. It could be personal, family, or school.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Songs and Oaths: The Pledge of Allegiance (3 5)
Includes the words to the Pledge of Allegiance with accompanying facts about its history and code of rules that is appropriate for younger students.
Other
Hubbard's Cupboard: Pledge of Allegiance
A great, week-long unit for younger learners studying the flag and Pledge of Allegiance. There are several supplemental readings and suggestions for cross-curricular units.
Read Works
Read Works: Battle Over the Pledge
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text debating whether or not the Pledge of Allegiance should be said in schools. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: What Does the Pledge of Allegiance Mean?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Pledge of Allegiance and what it means. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Immigration and Ethnic History Society
Iehs: Kelly Lyons, "The Pledge of Allegiance and the Perils of Quiet Nativism"
This article focuses on the history of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and what Lyon's calls the perils of quiet nativism, including students reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Other
Us flag.org: The Original Pledge of Allegiance
Do you know who wrote the original Pledge of Allegiance? Use this site to investigate its history. What has stayed the same since 1892 and what has changed?
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: The Pledge of Allegiance (K 2)
Provides the words to the Pledge of Allegiance.
Other
The Pledge of Allegiance: A Short History
Brief background information behind The Pledge of Allegiance including facts about the author and the original words to the Pledge.