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Students examine the theme of independence in American history by participating in a class-wide paper quilt project. Each student creates three quilt squares representing the past, present and future of independence in the United States. Full Review »
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- 1st
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Students read Sam the Minuteman and George the Drummer Boy. Discuss the boys' feelings and make a chart comparing their involvement in the Battle of Lexington. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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students wrap multi-colored 10 x 1 1/2 " strips around their pencils one at a time to make a curl. After all strips are curled, glue the strips (alternating colors)to the top of the can, around the mouth opening, so that the curls cascade down the si Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - 5th
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Students make their own artistic version of a 4th of July fireworks display using straws and paint. There are instructions for a variety of grade levels when attempting this lesson. Full Review »
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- 1st - 8th
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Students examine the United States flag, the Pledge of Allegience, and the Fourth of July. They create five-pointed stars, listen to stories about Betsy Ross and Paul Revere, and sing various patriotic songs. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students identify the values that are demonstrated around the 4th of July holiday. They analyze current events and discover how the holiday is connected with family values. They describe why most people celebrate the holiday in a traditional way. Full Review »
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- Kindergarten - 3rd
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Students create their own fireworks displays on black paper with easy to make paint. Full Review »
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- Higher Ed
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Students explore the history and traditions of the 4th of July holiday. They locate vocabulary words in dictionaries and pronounce them. After reading a passage, they answer comprehension questions and take turns reading aloud. They compare and contrast Independence Day celebrations with holidays in their countries. Full Review »
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- 5th - 8th
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Students discuss three things they already know about Frederick Douglass. As a class, they read background information on his 4th of July speech. In groups, they complete a graphic organizer about inconsistencies and answer discussion questions to end the lesson. Full Review »
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- 5th
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Students begin the lesson by discussing the causes of the American Revolution. Using the internet, they research the conditions during this time period and important men and women who made an impact during the war and still today. They analyze what colonial life was like and discuss why it is important to celebrate the 4th of July. Full Review »