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We can show patriotism by . . .. Displaying American flagsSinging patriotic songsSaying the Pledge of AllegianceRespecting important U.S. documentsObeying all lawsRespecting our nation's leadersJoining the militaryWearing red, white, and blue. The American Flag shows our culture and history. The fifty stars represent the fifty states and the 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies. .
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1. showing love for one’s country
3. The American Flag shows our culture and history. The fifty stars represent the fifty states and the 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies.
4. Patriotic Songs Star Spangled Banner
America, the Beautiful
My Country Tis of Thee
This Land is Your Land
God Bless the USA
5. Pledge of Allegiance I pledge allegiance (loyalty) to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
6. Important U.S. Documents Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Constitution
Gettysburg Address
7. America has many different symbols that are unique only to our country.
8. Statue of Liberty(located in New York City on Ellis Island)
9. Liberty Bell The Liberty Bell is located in Philadelphia’s State House. It was rung to celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
10. Eagle The eagle is a symbol of the United States. It stands for the idea of freedom. All men and women in the U.S. are free and have equal rights.
11. White House This is where our President of the U.S. lives. He is the head of our national government. It is located in our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
12. Capitol Building The U.S. Capitol is also located in Washington, D.C. It is where Congress meets.
13. Other U.S. Symbols Uncle Sam
Great Seal of the United States
Dove (symbol for peace)
14. America is a great country full of opportunities for ALL people. We are given many freedoms by our government that we sometimes take for granted. Be proud to be an American!! Show your patriotism and be good citizens of our country.
15. We can be good citizens by . . . Obeying all laws and rules
Voting in elections (when you are 18)
Paying taxes
Joining the military
Performing community service
Cooperating with others
Not polluting
16. Be PROUD to be an AMERICAN!!