Today's Classroom Activities :

Our Flag

flags

Folding Matters
Social Studies Take some time to teach the class how to fold the flag of the United States properly and respectfully. The correct method is illustrated well at www.usflag.org. Practice first with rectangular pieces of paper. Mark which end has the stars on it. After practicing with the paper, have students partner and fold a real flag.

Fold the Flag
Students learn to fold a flag properly and practice the technique by folding paper flags.

Fantastic Flags
Social Studies In honor of Flag Day, June 14, review the history of our nation's flag and all that it stands for, as well as introducing the history and meaning of your state's flag. Then invite students to design a personal flag with colors and symbols that represent themselves.

Visit the Betsy Ross Home Page to learn more about our flag's history.

U.S. Flag

The Stars and Stripes were adopted by the Continental Congress in 1777. Flag Day was established by Congress in 1949.

Stars and Stripes Forever: Flag Facts for Flag Day
In this unit, students will learn what a symbol is, and how this particular symbol—the American flag—is an important part of our everyday lives.