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NSTATE

Texas State Symbols

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a complete list of the Texas state symbols, including their year of adoption. Click on one to be taken to a page with more information and a picture.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers much general information regarding Texas history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Evolution of the Texas Flag

For Students 4th - 8th
Explains the history of the Texas state flag.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Texas

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Texas including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Symbols of Texas [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
An activity guide where students refer to the Texas Almanac to find information about the symbols, flags, and special days, and events of Texas. The almanac is free to download.
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Bill of Rights Institute

Bill of Rights Institute: Texas v. Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
This Landmark Supreme Court Cases and the Constitution eLesson focuses on a case involving expressive conduct, and what is for many a deeply cherished symbol of America, the U.S. flag. In a closely divided (5-4) ruling, the Supreme Court...
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Other

United States Courts: Facts and Case Summary Texas v. Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts and case summary for Texas v. Johnson, 491 U.S. 397 (1989). Flag burning constitutes symbolic speech that is protected by the First Amendment.
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Lone Star Junction

Lone Star Junction: The Texas State Flag

For Students 3rd - 5th
Some history and facts about the state flag of Texas.