Instructional Video5:33
Curated Video

Symbols to Remind Us

K - 8th
Mr. Griot explains American symbols and their meanings, focusing especially on the lyrics to the National Anthem, The Star Spangled Banner.
Instructional Video5:18
Curated Video

Land of the Free

3rd - 8th
Dr. Forrester examines the writing of our National Anthem, the Treaty of Ghent ending the War of 1812, and how re-enactors show history.
Instructional Video1:32
The Kiboomers

Star Spangled Banner - The Kiboomers Patriotic Songs for Kindergarten - National Anthem

Pre-K - K
Sing along and learn with The Kiboomers Patriotic songs for kindergarten! Here is the American National Anthem sung at an easy pace for elementary students to follow. Perfect for special events at school. Enjoy!
Instructional Video17:24
Curated Video

American Symbols of Freedom

K - 8th
Children recite the Pledge of Allegiance, but do they know why? Students recognize the American flag, but do they understand the history behind it? In this program, students will enjoy exploring the origins, stories, and meaning of our...
Instructional Video17:02
Curated Video

Citizens Rule: Symbols and Celebrations of America

K - 8th
Was there really an Uncle Sam? Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Why are the flag's colors red, white and blue? Children will enjoy exploring answers to these questions and learning about the origins and meaning of our country's most...
Interactive5:12
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BrainPOP

U.S. Symbols

K - 3rd Standards
United States symbols are the subject of a video brought to you by BrainPop Jr. Hosts, Annie and Moby, begin with a definition of the word symbol, then go on to detail ten American symbols—the American flag, a Bald Eagle, the Liberty...
Instructional Video4:56
C-SPAN

On This Day: The Star-Spangled Banner

7th - 12th Standards
You may not be able to take your class to see Ft. McHenry, the birthplace of our national anthem, but using video clips, your learners can see the site for themselves. A curated collection of videos discusses the writing of the anthem in...