Essential Question:
How do symbols help us understand the world around us?
The first grade Social Studies curriculum includes learning about important American symbols. The following symbols have been introduced through books and short videos.
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| American Flag |
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| Pledge of Allegiance |
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| White House |
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| Lincoln Memorial |
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| Liberty Bell |
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| Statue of Liberty |
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| Washington Monument |
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Bald Eagle
Click the image below to view a video with your child. Can he/she successfully identify the American symbols? |
Is your child able to share any facts they learned? Please help them leave a comment below. The comment could begin with "I learned". He/She can write about a fact learned at school or one they learned from you. We will be reading the comments together. Thanks so much for your cooperation.
Looking for a fun extension activity to do at home? The images below are links to videos which will give step by step instructions how to draw some of the symbols your child has studied.
