Students research the historical inspiration for the lyrics of the "The Star Spangled Banner". They explore websites, read articles and analyze poetry in an examination of America's patriotic symbols and history.

Are your fifth graders studying the U.S. states right now? Use this slideshow to test their knowledge of state flags. In this PowerPoint, the Kentucky state flag his hidden beneath blocks of color; each slide slowly uncovers it. Tip: Use...

In a visual essay of their thoughts about "What America Means to Me," kids of any age can create a collage about their country. Originally intended to be created physically, learners could share their projects online by using an...

Students discover that some historians question the story of Betsy Ross's involvement in the creation of the first U.S. flag, study why historians question the story and list reasons the story of Betsy Ross might not be true.

When Elmo happens along an apple, he asks himself, what letter apple starts with. Slimey presents Elmo with a flag telling him that 'apple' begins with A. The word apple appears with a highlighted letter "A."

Students investigate the images used for the Canadian Flag and focus upon the maple leaf. They conduct research using a variety of resources. Students collect maple leaves and then trace them onto paper as prints. Then they color them to...

Students explore the flags of the Union and Confederacy, explore the symbolism of those flags, and create flags of their own.

Use Flag Day as a learning opportunity for your classroom. Collect a variety of books and other resources on the subject of the U.S. flag. Have pupils conduct independent research at home and come to class prepared to share some fun...

Young scholars discover the history of the American flag. Using the Internet, they work together to research this topic and compare and share the information they found. They present the material to the class using their digital...

Students build their own nation in groups where they create a name, flag, declaration of independence, form of government, mathematical layout, and more. In this nation lesson plan, students also provide a scale drawing of their nation...

First graders study the American flag as a symbol of freedom. They explore the number of stripes and stars and discuss the symbolism. After observing the American flag, 1st graders use construction paper to create their own accurate flag.

Students research Australia using the Internet. They draw a flag, identify and label Australia's major cities. They discover facts about Australia's tourists attractions and culture. They design a travel brochure using the facts.

Sixth graders discuss key features from American history. In this flag and pledge lesson, 6th graders research the history of the United States flag and the principles of the Pledge of Allegiance prior to class. Students discuss their...

Fourth graders design a flag. In this social studies lesson, 4th graders discuss the basic principles of flags. Students research flags and flag designs. Students work in teams to design a flag using the computer.

Students see the flag as a symbol. In this flag lesson, students look at the flag to see different patterns and shapes. They review the importance of the flag and its meaning to the United States. 

Students write a description of a flag. In this Reading/Vocabulary/Writing/Arts lesson, students begin by studying their flag - colors, symbols, etc. Additionally, students record their descriptive sentence on paper. Once descriptions...

In this government creation worksheet, learners work in groups to create a government and country creation project. Students create a flag, slogan, seal, anthem, educational system, langauge, constitution, government, customs, map and...

For this Spain worksheet, students read the history of the flag of Spain and directions on how to color it. Students then color the flag.

In this Russian flag worksheet, students read the history of the flag and directions on how to color the flag. Students then color the Russian flag.

For this flag of Mexico worksheet, students read the history of the flag and the directions on how to color it. Students then color the flag of Mexico.

In this Chile worksheet, students read the history of the Chilean flag and the directions on how to color it. Students then color the flag.

In this Kenya worksheet, students read the history and directions of the Kenya flag. Students then color the flag according to the directions.

In this Nigeria worksheet, students read the history of the Nigerian flag, and directions on how to color it. Students then color 1 Nigerian flag.

In this flag of Canada worksheet, students read the history of the flag and directions on how to color it. Students complete the flag by coloring it in as well.