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Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: June 14: Flag Day

For Students 9th - 10th
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. This resource from American Memory has lots of primary source material about the day and the flag. Read in the journals of the Continental Congress which designates the design of our first national...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: The Star Spangled Banner

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about the history of the flag, and events of 1814 that affected Francis Scott Key, author of the anthem.
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Curated OER

Sponsored by the Us Flag Depot, Inc.

For Students 9th - 10th
The American flag is a symbol of our country's freedom. Learn the history of the American flag and view historic and current flags of America.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Panama: The 1964 Riots

For Students 9th - 10th
This article overviews problems, public demonstrations, and violent riots that resulted due to the "overwhelming presence of United States citizens and institutions" in Panama. Here, read how an American flag caused the outbreak of...
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Other

Usps: The Flags of Our Nation

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Explore the unique characteristics of our states with educational activities that compliment the Flags of our Nation stamp series. Learn about our national history, geography, and culture in a fun and interesting way!
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: July 1942: United We Stand

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibit, honoring a nationwide design contest to encourage Americans to buy war bonds while boosting morale, explains the rationale for the campaign and tells the stories behind the magazine covers designed for the campaign.
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Other

The Weekly South Dakotan: South Dakota History for 4th Grade

For Students 3rd - 8th
From the very beginning and through the twentieth century, this comprehensive collection of lessons will enrich students studying the history in between and the effects on South Dakota.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: North American

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about North American countries and geography. The flags, maps, exports, natural resources, and languages of North American are found on this website.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Ben's Ab Cs

For Students 2nd - 4th
Each letter of this alphabet is linked to an important aspect of the U.S. Government, e.g. "A is for Armed Forces" has a link to the Air Force. Links are made to the Bill of Rights, symbols, branches of government and The Constitution....
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Other

Visit Philadelphia: The Betsy Ross House

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief look at the historical Betsy Ross House located in Philadelphia.
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Curated OER

Us Flag Image

For Students 9th - 10th
The American flag is a symbol of our country's freedom. Learn the history of the American flag and view historic and current flags of America.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Classroom: The Pursuit of Justice

For Students 9th - 10th
This book analyzes 30 Supreme Court cases chosen by a group of Supreme Court justices and leading civics educators as the most important for American citizens to understand. An additional 100 significant cases included in state history...
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Curated OER

History Matters: Sailor Wounds Pageant Spectator Disrespectful to Flag

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from History Matters is an interesting newsaper article in the Washington Post dated May 7, 1919 which describes a man shot for being disrespectful to the American Flag. An example of the extremism during the Red Scare.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Songs and Oaths: The Pledge of Allegiance (3 5)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Includes the words to the Pledge of Allegiance with accompanying facts about its history and code of rules that is appropriate for younger students.
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Other

Us flag.org: Flag Folding

For Students 9th - 10th
This website features a step-by-step process of how to properly fold the United States flag. The pictures are clear and easy to understand. It also explains what happens during a flag folding ceremony.
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Other

Us flag.org: Declaring Independence: Drafting the Documents

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this timeline for the drafting of the Declaration of Independence to learn more about American history. It takes you from June 7, 1776, through to the writing of this major document in U.S. history.
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Other

Organization of American States Children's Page: Belize

For Students 3rd - 8th
Full of useful information relating to the country of Belize. Topics covered include: population, language, geography, climate, government, history, economy, culture, agriculture, holydays, photos, national symbols, national anthem, and...
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Other

The Collegiate Reformed Protestant Dutch Church

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provies the viewer with the history and evolution of what has been purported to be the oldest Protestant body in America with continuous ministry. An interesting point to note is that this body has ministered under three...
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World Atlas

World Atlas: North America

For Students 9th - 10th
Features maps and a description of the geography and history of North America with links to information on its countries, famous people, flags, symbols, and much more.
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Other

Us flag.org: "Old Glory!"

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever wondered why the U.S. flag is referred to as "Old Glory?" Use this website to read about the life of Captain William Driver.
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Other

Us flag.org: The Original Pledge of Allegiance

For Students 9th - 10th
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?
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Star Spangled Banner

For Students 3rd - 8th
This guide book entry provides the history and text of "The Star-Spangled Banner," the U.S. national anthem.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Patriotic Melodies

For Students 9th - 10th
The Library of Congress site profiles 26 American patriotic songs with commentary, supporting visual material, and recordings of "America the Beautiful," "Fanfare for the Common Man" and the like.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: American Samoa

For Students 1st - 9th
Find the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and the population of American Samoa on this website.