This September, our National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner” turns 200 years old!! I’ve been looking forward to this year for a few years and I am so excited it is here to share with my students. Every year, we learn about our National Anthem, but this year is particularly special! On Sepetember 14, 1814, 200 yearsContinue reading “Happy 200th Birthday, Star-Spangled Banner!”
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Happy Birthday, Star-Spangled Banner!
Friday of this week, September 14th, is the 198th birthday of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” After a night of constant bombardment on Fort McHenry at the mouth of the Baltimore Harbor, Francis Scott Key woke to see the American flag still flying in the dawning sunlight. He was so moved in the moment that he wroteContinue reading “Happy Birthday, Star-Spangled Banner!”
Patriotic Music Resources for Patriot Day and Veteran’s Day
With Patriot Day and Veteran’s Day coming up very soon, I thought I would share with you some patriotic music resources. I hope you are able to use them in your classroom and can share a little patriotism with your students! Great Video on the History of our National Anthem, the “Star-Spangled Banner” “Fifty NiftyContinue reading “Patriotic Music Resources for Patriot Day and Veteran’s Day”
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