Curated OER
Let Freedom Ring
Students go to the computer lab to engage in this thoughtful lesson on our national symbols. Students access the internet, and solve an on-line puzzle of a national symbol of freedom. The symbols are the Eagle, The Statue of Liberty, The...
US National Archives
Our Documents: Great Seal of the United States (1782)
View and learn about the original design of the great seal, including the history of its creation and its current uses.
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Creating the Great Seal of the United States: 1776 1782
Read the complete story of the creation of the seal that became one of our country's national symbols. Find out how it changed over time and what it really means.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Symbols: u.s. Seal
Discover how and why a seal was created for America. Learn specifically what each part stands for and what the seal is used for.
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Grealseal.com: E Pluribus Unum
Learn the history and meaning behind the Latin motto "E pluribus unum," which appears on U.S. money, official seals, and the like.
Curated OER
First Committee Design
Learn the history and meaning behind the Latin motto "E pluribus unum," which appears on U.S. money, official seals, and the like.
Curated OER
Reverse Side of the Great Seal
Discover how and why a seal was created for America. Learn specifically what each part stands for and what the seal is used for.
Curated OER
Obverse Side of the Great Seal
Discover how and why a seal was created for America. Learn specifically what each part stands for and what the seal is used for.