Lesson by Tim Bailey
Essay by Shelby M. Balik, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Grade Level: K–2
Number of Class Periods: 3
Primary Theme: Art, Music, and Film
About This Lesson Plan Unit
In the three lessons in this unit, students will explore three iconic American symbols: the Flag of the United States of America, the Statue of Liberty, and the Great Seal of the United States. Understanding the creation and use of these iconic symbols can lead to a shared understanding of America’s history, principles, and aspirations. The students will demonstrate their understanding of these symbols and their meaning through class discussions and drawn or written assessment activities as directed in each lesson.
Lesson Plan Author: Tim Bailey
Historical Background Essay by: Shelby M. Balik, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Additional Information About This Unit
Common Core State Standards
Common Core State Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.6: Distinguish between information provided by pictures or other illustrations and information provided by the words in a text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.7: Use the illustrations and details in a text to describe its key ideas.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.7: Explain how specific images (e.g., a diagram showing how a machine works) contribute to and clarify a text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.1.5: With guidance and support from adults, focus on a topic, respond to questions and suggestions from peers, and add details to strengthen writing as needed.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.2.2: Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and definitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.
Documents
Documents
The Flag of the United States of America
The “Betsy Ross” Flag
The Statue of Liberty
The Great Seal of the United States
The back of a $1 Bill