Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn fun facts about the United States of America!
Materials and Prep
- Map of the United States
- Coloring pencils or crayons
- Printed pictures of American symbols like the American flag, Statue of Liberty, etc.
- Excitement to learn!
Activities
- Color the Map: Color a map of the United States and learn the names of a few states.
- Draw the Flag: Draw and color the American flag. Learn what the colors represent.
- Act like Lady Liberty: Strike a pose like the Statue of Liberty and learn about its significance.
Talking Points
- America is a big country: "The United States is a big country with lots of different states."
- American Flag: "The American flag has red, white, and blue colors. The stars represent the states."
- Statue of Liberty: "The Statue of Liberty is a big statue in New York. It welcomes people to America."
- Pledge of Allegiance: "People in America say the Pledge of Allegiance to show love for their country."
- Independence Day: "On the 4th of July, Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and parades."