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Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Ela Unit: Grade K: A Is for America

For Teachers K
Students read informational and literary texts in order to gather information about people, events, symbols, and ideas that are representative of the United States of America. Students begin to develop an understanding of the United...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: New Hampshire

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of New Hampshire including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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PBS

Pbs Lesson Plan: The American Flag

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
A lesson from the (9-11-01) PBS, "America Responds," series where students examine the history, importance, and pride associated with the American Flag. This lesson engages students in discussion and a variety of "patriotic" activities...
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Other

Embassy of Honduras in Washington, d.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official website of the Embassy of Honduras in the United States. Has an abundance of information on tourist destinations and general facts on country-specific topics including art, geography, climate, government, history,...
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Other

National Council for Social Studies: American Symbol Activities [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Teachers can use these four detailed lessons to teach young learners about several American symbols including, the American flag, the Statue of Liberty, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the Liberty Bell.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Betsy Ross Homepage

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to read a biography of Betsy Ross, the designer of the first American flag. You can also read a history of the flag, flag laws, a flag quiz, and some quotes about the flag.
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National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: What the Star Spangled Banner Means

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Thorough two-part lesson plan that explains the historical significance of the Star Spangled Banner and the American flag. Includes a link to a wonderful site about the history of the American flag. Requires the students to think about...
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: United Arab Emirates

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News presents a general overview of the United Arab Emirates which is a federation of seven states. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides links to a timeline of key...
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Other

History of Louisiana Under 10 Flags

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a timeline history of the disputed territory now known as the state of Louisiana. Make sure you view all three pages of this presentation.
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Other

History of Louisiana Under 10 Flags

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a timeline history of the disputed territory now known as the state of Louisiana. Make sure you view all three pages of this presentation.
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Other

Us flag.org: Holidays to Display Your Flag

For Students 9th - 10th
"The flag should be displayed, from sunrise to sunset, on all days when the weather permits." This website gives a comprehensive list of the days that the flag should especially be displayed. Each state and the date of admission to the...
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Other

Us flag.org: Flag Etiquette

For Students 9th - 10th
This website teaches how to properly treat your flag. It details what to do and what not to do with your flag. It also explains how to display the flag outdoors.
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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: Robert G. Heft: Designer of America's National Flag

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever wondered how we got the design for the current national flag? Use this website to find out.
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Other

Us flag.org: What Do the Colors of the Flag Mean?

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever asked yourself what the colors of the flag mean? This site has an explanation.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: South Dakota

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of South Dakota including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: United States of America Flag

For Students 9th - 10th
The national flag of the United States of America, a large country located in North America.
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Other

Minnesota State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you know which state has a designated state photo? Minnesota! Check out all of the symbols for the state of Minnesota.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Classroom: Freedom of Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this interactive timeline on the history of freedom of religion in the United States.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: United States of America Symbols of Government

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Identify & research symbols used to depict Americans' shared values, principles and beliefs, and explain their meaning. Students can list specific symbols in the design of the Statue of Liberty.
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Curated OER

Teachnology: Flag Day Teaching Theme

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Enhance teaching about Flag Day with this impressive collection of resources providing lesson plans, activities, interactive sites and more.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: National Symbol Patterns

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson plan suggests many ways to improve students' patterning skills and investigates how symbols unite families and classmates.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: Simple Symbols and American Children

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Lesson plan includes activities that teach respect for the American flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, Liberty Bell, Statue of Liberty, the bald eagle, and other patriotic symbols.
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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.