In time for the 4th of July, enjoy this Star-Spangled Banner Activity Book, a free download from the National Park Service.
The activity book is geared toward ages 6–12. It covers:
- Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail.
- The National Park Service.
- The War of 1812.
- The British advances of the Chesapeake Campaign.
- Nautical vocabulary.
- The United States Flag.
- The defenders of Fort McHenry.
- Biographies of memorable people involved.
Students learn through word searches, map activities, word scrambles, and labeling activities.
Many of the activity pages will fit nicely in a notebook. Consider having your child narrate what he has learned before filling out pages.
The activity book is part of their Junior Ranger program.
Free Resource
Additional Resources
The Star-Spangled Banner illustrated by Peter Spier
We love Peter Spier books. In this title, the words of our national anthem are beautifully illustrated with scenes from the War of 1812. Also contains background history and map, the original text penned by Key, and the words and lyrics to our national anthem. Highly recommended!
Free History Studies: The Star-Spangled Banner
Francis Scott Key wrote the words to “The Star-Spangled Banner” upon seeing the Stars and Stripes flying over Fort McHenry. Unit resources.
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