Thursday, June 11, 2009
Flag Day...
Sunday, June 14th, is Flag Day. This is a day for all Americans to celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our flag is representative of our independence and our unity as a nation.....one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died protecting it. It even stands proudly on the surface of the moon.
Flag Day was first observed in 1877 on the 100th anniversary of the Continental Congress' adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. In that year, Congress asked that all public buildings fly the flag on June 14. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Flag Day as a national celebration. However, the holiday was not officially recognized until 1949 when President Harry Truman signed the National Flag Day Bill.
Ways to celebrate Flag Day:
Sunday, June 14th, is Flag Day. This is a day for all Americans to celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our flag is representative of our independence and our unity as a nation.....one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died protecting it. It even stands proudly on the surface of the moon.
Flag Day was first observed in 1877 on the 100th anniversary of the Continental Congress' adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. In that year, Congress asked that all public buildings fly the flag on June 14. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Flag Day as a national celebration. However, the holiday was not officially recognized until 1949 when President Harry Truman signed the National Flag Day Bill.
Ways to celebrate Flag Day:
- There are some great resources at the Holiday Spot.
- Apples 4 The Teacher is another favorite site for activities.
- Teach the children about Flag Day.
- Download some handouts from Scholastic.
- Print some flags to give the children.
- Get some free downloads at Alfy.
- Education World offers great Flag Day themed activities.
- Learn the Pledge of Allegiance at First School.
// posted by Tammy Wachter @ 5:18 AM 
