Lead a class discussion about The Star Spangled Banner to encourage students to share what they know about our national anthem.Then tell them that the Library of Congress has several recordings of our national anthem on its website, some of which are more than 100 years old! Play either the Chalmers baritone and chorus recording (1914) or the Case soprano and chorus recording (1917). Tell students that The Star Spangled Banner has been recorded by many bands and been sung by many people over the years.Ask students to share stories of times they have heard The Star Spangled Banner being played or sung (e.g., at the start of sporting events). If no student is familiar with the song, you may sing or hum a bit of the song to spark student recognition. Ask students if anyone can sing or hum the song.Corroborate or provide additional clarification to convey that a national anthem is a song that represents our country and some ideas that we, as citizens of the country, believe in. Ask students to describe what a national anthem is.
Explain to students that this project will help them to learn about some important events from long, long ago that led to the creation of the song, The Star Spangled Banner, which is our national anthem.The Star Spangled Banner: The Story & the Song (.ppt slide presentation open to play after automatic download)ĭirections Session 1: Introduction to Our National Anthem.The Star Spangled Banner: The Story & the Song (.mp4 video).Star Spangled Banner Illustrated Lyrics Sheet.The Star Spangled Banner: Case soprano and chorus recording (.mp3 audio).The Star Spangled Banner: Chalmers baritone and chorus recording (.mp3 audio).Consider implementing various extension activities to reinforce student learning. Speaking and Listening Standards: 1, 2, 3, 4Īllow for sufficient time to implement: Students will need approximately three 40-minute class sessions to complete the main project components plan appropriately for any extension activities you wish to complete.īe flexible with implementation: Keep in mind that some students may need extra time to complete the activities scheduled for each of the sessions.Reading Standards for Literature: 1, 3, 4, 7.This project meets the following Common Core English Language Arts Standards for grades K-2. national anthem and the meaning that the song and the flag have for them personally. demonstrate their understanding of the U.S.sing the words to The Star Spangled Banner.describe key historical events that led to the creation of our national anthem.Upon completing this project, students will be able to. reinforce their understanding of the U.S.learn the lyrics to The Star Spangled Banner.learn about different types of primary sources.learn about key historical events that led to the creation of our national anthem.history and their personal connections to this country. This project introduces students to the key historical events that led to the creation of this patriotic song, helping them to learn the lyrics to The Star Spangled Banner and expand their overall understanding of U.S. The flag is one of the United States’ most important symbols and the central character of the country’s national anthem.
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