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a. Explain that the American flag is a patriotic symbol. It is a symbol of freedom. This means it stands for freedom. When we look at the flag, we can remember that we are free. We can remember that we are united as a country. i. Write the word “unity” on the “National Symbols” chart. Discuss how the flag represents freedom and unity. 9. Watch the video “American Symbols and Monuments - K.” Discuss the video. Ask: a. Which symbols from the video have you seen before? (Answers may vary.) b. Which symbols were new to you? (Answers may vary.) 10.Have the students take a picture walk through the student edition and briefly discuss the national symbols that students will learn about this week. As you discuss, complete the Poster Pal activity “Patriotic Symbols.” Have the students identify the initial sound in each symbol. 11.Have the students share what they know about the symbols, and let them ask questions about the symbols. a. What do you already know about these? (Answers may vary.) b. Have you seen these symbols? Where? (Answers may vary.) c. What do you wonder about these symbols? (Answers may vary.) 12.Explain to the students that they will be learning more about these symbols and what they represent this week. a. Have the students pick which symbol they are most excited to learn about and share with a partner or the entire class. Give the students a choice on how they would like to share. Some options include drawing a picture, verbally sharing, or writing about it.
Materials Needed: “National Symbols” chart, images of symbols familiar to the students Online Related Media: Video: “American Symbols and Monuments - K” Extended Reading Articles: N/A Article 2: Statue of Liberty Word Count: 20 Vocabulary: N/A High Impact Teaching Strategies: Multiple Exposures, Structuring Lessons Lesson Plan:
1. Show the “National Symbols” chart. Review what was learned in the previous lesson about symbols. Point out the American flag on the cover, and review that it is a symbol of the United States. 2. Have the students point to the image of the Statue of Liberty in the student edition. Ask: a. Can anyone tell me what this patriotic symbol is? (Answers may vary.)
National Symbols | Week 11
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