1st Grade A Child's Place in Time and Space
1.3 Students know and understand the symbols, icons, and traditions of the United States that provide continuity and a sense of community across time.
a. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance and sing songs that express American ideals (e.g., "My Country 'Tis of Thee").
c. Identify American symbols, landmarks, and essential documents, such as the flag, bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, U.S. Constitution, and Declaration of Independence, and know the people and events associated with them.
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https://statesymbolsusa.org/categories/state-flag
Take a look through the state flags in the link above.
Can you find our state flag?
How is it different from the national flag down below?
Our national flag consists of 50 white stars and 13 stripes.
There are 7 red stripes and 6 white stripes.
Do you remember what we recite to the flag every morning?
"I pledge allegiance
to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic
for which it stands,
one Nation
under God,
indivisible,
with liberty
and justice for all."
https://statesymbolsusa.org/symbol-or-officially-designated-item/state-bird/american-bald-eagle
Here is some info about our national bird.
"The Star Spangled Banner"
Can you sing along or hum it?
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Why do you think symbols are important?
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