Patriotic Unit

The young child learns patriotism through music, art, games, and dramatic activities. Concepts in history (names, dates, events) geography, and civics are introduced through specific activities. The media are used as a source of information. Art activities, listening to original stories, musical activities, pantomime, and role playing provide opportunities for creativity development. Methods for interrelating the various subjects are detailed. Cognitive goals include: (1) the name and location of the United States; (2) why the Revolutionary War was fought; (3) the purpose of the U.S. Constitution; (4) the names of the founding fathers; (5) how life during the colonial era has influenced life today; (6) general facts about the presidents; (7) how people choose the U.S. president; (8) the flag as symbol of the United States; (9) how the government issues money and stamps; and (10) the Fourth of July as the nation's birthday. A bibliography is appended. (SM)