Celebrating Independence Day:
Social Studies
This article includes some links that would be useful for including the celebration of Independence Day into you social studies lessons. -- All links checked as of October 2007.
Independence Day From a Christian Perspective
About.com’s American History Page
The Holiday Spot
History of the 4th of July
The National Anthem
Schoolhouse Rock - America Rock
Declaration of Independence
Red, White, and Blue:
The three colors red, white, and blue have become symbolic of American patriotism. The Continental Congress left no record to show why it chose those colors for the American flag. In 1782, the Congress of the Confederation also chose these colors for the Great Seal of the US. The resolution on the seal listed the meanings for the colors:
RED -- for hardiness and courage.
WHITE – for purity and innocence.
BLUE -- for vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
Edupress Activity Books for some great resources
Dover Publications a source for inexpensive, but very valuable, coloring books and activity books. I use these A LOT for all my studies.
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