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Symbols of Freedom

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Students investigate symbols of the United States in this unit. They exam the Liberty Bell, the American Flag, the President, and the Bald Eagle.

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state symbols, the 50 states

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figures, united states symbols, social studies
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Grade
1st
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Unit Plans
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For Teacher Use
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Research
Year
2004
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