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Celebrating Patriotic Holidays
Help your students learn the history behind the many patriotic observances by taking a multi-faceted look at the meaning of patriotism.
- Grades: PreK–K, 1–2, 3–5, 6–8
The United States celebrates many patriotic holidays throughout the year, when we pause to remember the values of liberty and justice that make our country great, and to be thankful for the remarkable freedoms that we enjoy. As you prepare to celebrate these holidays, help your students learn the history behind these observances by taking a multi-faceted look at the meaning of patriotism.
“I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him.” —Abraham Lincoln
Included Here:
- Lesson Plans (2)
- Unit Plans (1)
- Student Activities (1)
- Reproducibles (6)
Lesson Plans
A Salute to American Symbols
Students learn about the significance of various American symbols, such as the U.S. flag and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
The Flag We Love Extension Activity
Honor the American flag with this extension activity that accompanies the book The Flag We Love by Pam Munoz Ryan.
Unit Plans
Practicing Patriotism
With this unit plan, teach about the courage of our veterans and the freedoms granted by the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Student Activities
Democracy at Work
Through various online activities, students can explore our American government, the presidency, and what it means to be a U.S. citizen.
Reproducibles
Pledge of Allegiance Vocabulary
Review definitions of key words from the pledge of allegiance to help students contemplate its meaning.
The First American Flag
Students learn about the stars and stripes of America's first flag with this reproducible. Then, they use their know-how to color it in!
Where Does the Flag Fly? Crossword
Students review the many places where the American flag flies, from at school to parades, by filling out this printable crossword puzzle.
A Poem About the Flag
Complete each rhyme about the American flag by choosing words from a word box.
American Flag Timeline
Answer questions about the American flag based on the given timeline.
The Growth of a Nation
On this map of the United States, each state is marked with the year it joined the union. Consult the map to answer questions.
- Subjects:American History, Patriotism, Constitution Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Teacher Tips and Strategies
