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Visual Art: Independence Days Around the World

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Students research patriotic holidays from around the world. After reading about their own country's independence day, they choose another country and examine the traditions and symbols associated with it. Using cardboard, ribbon, and colored markers, students create patriotic wall hangings representing their countries.

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symbols, literary devices, cultural awareness, patriotism

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culture, patriotism, symbols, social studies
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Grade
1st - 6th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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Project-Based Learning
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