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United States of America

Here is a list of the resources we used, videos we watched, and activities we did in our study of the United States of America.
 

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Every time we begin our “travels” to a new country, we always do the same 5 things:

1) Find the flag sticker for the country we are going to travel to, and stick it in our

Pretend Passports.

2) Set up a pretend airplane and sing our "All Around the World" song as we pretend to fly to our destination.

 

 

3) Assemble our first travel book page, with the name of the country, the flag, country outline, and the pictures of people dressed in traditional costume.

>> USA Travel Page 01 - Country Profile Page

4) Have a fun little country themed scavenger hunt! (featured below)

5) Assemble our second travel book page. Although, this page we usually do on our LAST day of learning about the country, since the kids like to pretend that they took all these pictures while they were visiting the country, so this second page is a place for them to “scrapbook” their memories of what they did on their adventure.

>> USA Travel Page 02 - Scrapbook Page

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USA Scavenger Hunt. We always like to do a scavenger hunt when learning about a new country. This is the scavenger hunt we put together for the United States of America.

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Where Is the USA?. In this fun and educational video, we’ll learn where the United States of America is on the map, the countries that surround it, and cool facts about the country.

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'The United States of America' Geography and Culture Song. Written in a traditional style of American pop music, this song gives a basic overview of the geography, culture, landmarks, icons, and famous historical figures of the United States of America.

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Hogie Goes to New York. New York is a big place, with lots of things to see and do. Luckily for Hogie he makes friends with Marie who shows them around. And luckily for Marie she makes friends with the gang who might just be able to help her figure out an angle for her school project.

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>> Let's Go See New York! (LetsGoSee)

>> New York, New York! | Song (LetsGoSee)

>> What Is New York Famous For? (LetsGoSee)

>> Arts and Theatres of New York (LetsGoSee)

 

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Hogie Goes to Texas. Hogie has lots of preconceived notions of what the Wild West should look like, so when they meet Mandy on her modern day ranch, they are a bit surprised to find out that things are not how they imagined.  

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>> Hogie Goes to San Francisco (Hogie the Globehopper)
>> Hogie Goes to Hawaii (Hogie the Globehopper)

 

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America's Favorite Music Show | The Star-Spangled Banner. What do your kids know about the American flag? Join Revere, Abigail, Jill, and Mr. Miller as they embark on a scavenger hunt to learn about teamwork and the stars and stripes! Say the Pledge of Allegiance and sing along to some of America’s most iconic music, honoring our flag and what it stands for. .

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Francis Scott Key: The Poet Behind the Star-Spangled Banner | Leo & Layla. Do your children know how our national anthem came to be? Teach them with this time-traveling animated video about Francis Scott Key, the young man who became inspired to write a poem known as the “Star Spangled Banner” when he saw the American flag still standing after the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812.

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>> George Washington: The Father of Our Country | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Abraham Lincoln: The President Who Saved the Union | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> John Adams & Thomas Jefferson: The Founding Fathers' Frenship and Friction | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Benjamin Franklin: America's First Great Inventor and Thinker | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Mary Ludwig Hays: Woman Warrior of the American Revolution | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Ulysses S. Grant: The Victorious General of the Civil War | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)​

>> Madison & Montesquieu: The Men Who Gave Us Checks and Balances | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Sadao Munemori: Patriotism in the Midst of Persecution | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Lewis & Clark: Explorers of the American Frontier | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Elizabeth Blackwell: America's First Female Doctor | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Justice John Marshall | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Booker T. Washington: From Slavery to Self-Sufficiency | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Alexander Hamilton: America's First Secretary of Treasury | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Teddy Roosevelt: The Cowboy Who Became President | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Clara Barton: Founder of the America Red Cross | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

>> Ronald Reagan: The President Who Won the Cold War | Leo & Layla (PragerU Kids)

For Older Students:

>> The Battle of Fort McHenry, Through Francis Scott Key's Eyes (Smithsonian Channel)

>> The Incredible Story Behind the National Anthem (Mike Rowe)

​>> The Origin of "The Star-Spangled Banner" (Comedy Central)

>> The Battle of Fort McHenry (LionHeart FilmWorks)

>> War of 1812 For McHenry (The Daily Bellringer)​

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Read Aloud: Otto's Tales: | Today Is Flag Day. Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend Dennis, as they travel through time to discover the meaning behind our American flag by meeting Betsy Ross, President Truman, and astronauts Neil Armstrong & Buzz Aldrin.

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>> Read Aloud: Otto's Tales | Today Is Independence Day (PragerU Kids)​

​​​>> Read Aloud: Otto's Tales | 10 Steps to Freedom (PragerU Kids)

​​​>> Read Aloud: Otto's Tales | Let's Visit the Liberty Bell (PragerU Kids)

​​​>> 4th of July Declaration Ceremony (PragerU)

>> How to Take Care of an American Flag (PragerU)

 

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What Is a Symbol? Justin teaches about what symbols are, and what some of the symbols of the United States are.

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>> What Is the American Flag (Miacademy)

>> What Is Our National Bird? (Miacademy)

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American Monuments for Kindergarten. Kids learn about what monuments are, and what kinds of monuments are in the United States.

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>> Inside the Washington Monument (Rock the Park)

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What Is the Liberty Bell? From its creation in 1701 to its role in American independence and beyond, the Liberty Bell embodies the United States’ enduring values of liberty, equality, democracy, and freedom for all.

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>> The Story of the Liberty Bell (RAC Adventures)

​>> Liberty Bell Wind Chime Craft | Craftory (PragerU Kids)

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How Statue of Liberty Was Built. Join Dr. Binocs, and learn about how the Statue of Liberty was built.

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>> Read Aloud: Let's Visit the Statue of Liberty | Otto's Tales (PragerU Kids)

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I Am Abraham Lincoln. Follow Xavier, Yadina, and Brad as they travel back in time to meet Abraham Lincoln, and learn a very important lesson about honesty.

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>> I Am George Washington (Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum)

>> I Am Madam President (Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum)

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US Presidents Song | 47 Presidents. A song that takes students through all the US presidents in order. 

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>> Lego Presidents (From Washington to Obama) (M F)​

 

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Independence Day | Fourth of July for Kids. In this short video, kids will learn about the fourth of July, and what it means to be independent. 

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The Brave Story of the 4th of July | Dr. Binocs Show. The Fourth of July celebrates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The Declaration announced the political separation of the 13 North American colonies from Great Britain.
 

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What Is the 4th of July? Justin explains what Independence Day is, and why we celebrate it on the 4th of July.

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>> Fourth of July Facts for Kids (Learn Bright)

 

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DIY 4th of July Party Popper. A fun little 4th of July craft idea for kids. Learn how to make a Party Popper to shoot pom-poms and confetti!

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​>> 4th of July Hat Craft for Kids (Awesomely Crafty)

​>> American Flag Tie Dye T-Shirt (Happy Life in Craft)

>> Fun DIY 4th of July T-Shirts (Becca Beach)

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Fireworks Salt Painting. Fireworks salt painting is such a fun and easy craft idea for New Year's Eve, 4th of July, or any other fireworks holiday! With a little bit of salt and glue you end up with colorful puffy shapes with an awesome texture! These salt painted fireworks even stay puffy after they dry. It's such a fun process art project!

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>> Diwali Salt Painted Fireworks Craft for Kids (Crafts with Toddler)

​>> 4th of July Fireworks Art (Aureliarts)

For Older Students:

>> How to Paint Fireworks (Art Bash by Wendy Anderson)

>> Fireworks Easy Acrylic Painting Tutorial (Katy Art)

>> How to Paint Fireworks Over a Lake (Michelle the Painter)

>> America Flag Landscape Acrylic Painting (GO ART)

>> Fireworks (and Statue of Liberty) Acrylic Painting for the 4th of July (Joony Art)

​>> New Years' Fireworks Painting (Emily Seilhamer)

>> How to Draw Fireworks to Celebrate the New Year (TaTee Art)

>> 4th of July Fireworks (Paint Along With Skye)

​>> A Fun and Easy 4th of July Fireworks and American Flag Painting (You're The Artist Studio)

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Fourth of July Drone Show for America's 250th. Sky Elements flew a 2,500-drone show in North Richland Hills, Texas to kickoff the nation's Fourth of July celebrations. The show featured formations including George Washington, Uncle Sam, Artemis II, and a pyro drone bald eagle. Subscribe for more Fourth of July drone show content!

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>> The Star-Spangled Banner Fireworks Show (Nicola Menna Fireworks Simulation)
>> America 250 Fireworks Parade | Lincoln Memorial, Washington D.C. (Buddha Lotus Mantra)

 

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Blippi Learns About Fireworks. Penny the Pinwheel, takes Blippi & T.A.B.B.S. up into the night sky and explains to them all about how fireworks get their beautiful colors, as well as about the importance of firework safety. Remember, “Stay safe and give ‘em space!” 

 

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How Do Fireworks Work? Ever wondered how fireworks work? In this fun science lesson we use LEGO bricks to learn some cool facts about fireworks with LEGO stop motion. Find out which chemicals are used in fireworks and how we get different colored explosions in the night sky!

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>> History of Fireworks for Kids (Bedtime History)

>> How Do Fireworks Work? (Socratica Kids)

>> The Science of Fireworks (TELUS World of Science)

>> How Are Fireworks Made? (ABC Big Kids)

>> How Do Fireworks Work (CBBC)

>> Firework Shapes -- Siley Faces, Hearts, and Stars -- Oh My! (Inside Science)

>> Underwater Fireworks | Easy and Cool Science Experiments for Kids (Phil McCordic)  

>> Milk Fireworks (Emily Calandrelli)

>> The History of Fireworks (Simon Kids)

​>> 15 Rare Fireworks That Look Incredible (Top Fives)

For Older Students:

>> The Deadly Irony of Gunpowder (TED-Ed)

>> Why America Celebrates Independence With Fireworks (Predicted in 1776) (Pyro Innovations)

>> Inside the Fireworks Factory | How They Make Massive Explosives (In the Factory)

>> How Fireworks Shapes Are Made (Pyro Innovations)

>> How Do Whistling Fireworks Work? (Pyro Innovations)

>> How Do Fireworks Work? (WCCO - CBS Minnesota)

>> How Fireworks Are Made: Secrets of Explosive Art Revealed (Factory Secrets: How It's Made)

>> How Do Fireworks Work and What Creates Their Colors? (History of Simple Things)

>> How Fireworks Work (Pyro Innovations)

>> How Do Fireworks Work? (Concerning Reality)

>> The Chemistry of Fireworks (Reactions)

>> How It's Made: Fireworks (Science Channel)

>> The Science of Firework Color (NPR's Skunk Bear)

>> Your Body is a Firework (NPR's Skunk Bear)

 

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No More Kings. A song that tells the story about the pilgrims settling in America up to the Boston Tea Party that led to the American Revolution.

 

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 >> Shot Hears Round the World (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> The Preamble (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> Fireworks (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> Elbow Room (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> Three Ring Government (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> I'm Just a Bill (Schoolhouse Rock)

​>> The Great American Melting Pot (Schoolhouse Rock)​​

 

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The First Fourth of July. James and Sarah meet Thomas Jefferson and witness the writing of the Declaration of Independence.

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>> Liberty's Kids: American Revolution Playlist

 

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Ben & Me. A fun little twist on the story of Benjamin Franklin, from the perspective of his apprentice mouse.

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>> Yankee Doodle Cricket, 1975 (Old Reel Server)​​

>> Johnny Appleseed (Disney)

For Older Students:

>> Walt Disney's Ultimate Symbol of American Patriotism (West of Neverland)

 

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1776, The Musical. 1776 is a musical with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone. The show is based on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, telling a story of the efforts of John Adams to persuade his colleagues to vote for American independence and to sign the document.

 

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Animals of the USA From A to Z. From the Armadillo to the Zonkey, learn about animals in the USA!

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Where the Bison Roam (Wild Kratts). The Kratt Brothers explore the prairies of North America, searching for the American bison. The brothers learn about the bison's role as a keystone species and their impressive creature powers. 

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>> Woodpeckers | Attack of the Tree Eating Aliens (Wild Kratts)​​​​​​​​​​

>> The Fourth Bald Eagle (Wild Kratts)

>> Deer Buckaroo (Wild Kratts)​

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The Super Seven. Set in Wyoming. Jett delivers a golden lasso to a girl in an Old West theme park named "Cowpoke Corral".

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>> Lost in the Everglades (Super Wings)

>> Acting Up (Super Wings)

>> Tip of the Iceberg (Super Wings)

​>> Underwater Wheels (Super Wings)

 

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I Cooked Every President's Favorite Food. Democrats vs Republicans... Who will win the political food race? From George Washington to Joe Biden and everyone in between, we taste EVERY U.S. president's favorite food. Some of these are wild!

 

 

 

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The U.S. Constitution. It's time to learn all about the U.S. Constitution! In this fun learning video for kids, you will learn the parts of the Constitution (including the Bill of Rights), the history of the Constitution, the holiday it inspired (Constitution Day) and more! This video is a compilation of my Constitution Day video and my Bill of Rights video, both edited and remastered.

 

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>> Declaration of Independence for Kids (Homeschool Pop)

>> Animaniacs | Independence Day (WB Kids)

>> History in 5 | Constitution Explained Playlist (PragerU Kids)

>> The Constitution Song (Schoolhouse Rock)

>> Bill of Rights for Kids (Learn Bright)

>> Three Branches of Government (Learn Bright)

For Older Students:

>> What Is a Constitution? (International IDEA)

>> The U.S. Constitution in Simple Terms (Jake the Lawyer)

>> The Declaration of Independence in Simple Terms (Jake the Lawyer)

>> Lawyer Explains What "All Men are Created Equal" REALLY Means (Jake the Lawyer)

>> Why Constitutional Rights Should ONLY Apply to Citizens (Jake the Lawyer)

​>> The Bill of Rights | 800 Years in the Making (Jake the Lawyer)

>> First 10 Amendments Explained by a Lawyer (Jake the Lawyer)

>> How "Tax the Rich" Turned Into Taxes for Everyone (Jake the Lawyer)

>> Freedom of Religion Explained by a Lawyer (Jake the Lawyer)

>> Facts of Congress Playlist (IU Center on Representative Government)

>> What Is The Constitution? (Untold History)

>> How to Remember the 27 Amendments (Tutor Hawk)

>> A Reading of the "United States Constitution" (feqwix)

>> Amendments Song (Orion Studios)

>> The Constitution's Preamble Song (Cenapsis)

>> Who Signed the Constitution Song (Cenapsis)

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Radiator Springs is Real?! The True Story Behind Pixar’s Cars and Route 66. Did you know Radiator Springs from Pixar’s Cars was inspired by real towns along America’s Route 66? This cinematic story dives into the forgotten highways, abandoned motels, and small towns that were once full of life before the interstate took over. Discover how Pixar brought these fading memories to the big screen and how some of these places are making a comeback. ​​​

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>> Radiator Springs | Pixar Cars (Disney Jr)

>> The Complete History of Radiator Springs (Isaac Carlson)

​​>> Route 66 Song | Chuck Berry | Pixar Cars (sabador18)

>> Is Radiator Springs a Real Town? (SuperCarlinBrothers)

​>> All the Route 66 Places That Inspired Pixar "Cars" (Travis DeRose)

>> Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, TX (The Daytripper)

For Older Students:

>> How Route 66 Compares With Disney's Cars Land (California Through My Lens)

>> Route 66: Why Is the World Still Obsessed With It? (Engineering The Impossible) 

>> Why Nobody Wants to Drive Route 66 Anymore (Paul McAllister and Johnny Desert)

>> Route 66: America's Lost Highway Turns 90 (The Wall Street Journal)

>> Discover How Road Tripping On Route 55 is Like Driving Back in Time (Lonely Planet)

​>> Meet the Family Restoring a Small Town Along Historic Route 66 (TODAY)

>> Route 66 Revival | How a Small Town Saved the Mother Road (Beyond the Exit)

>> The Untold Story of Route 66: America's Most Famous Highway (Beyond the Exist)

​>> Route 66 The Mother Road - Full Episodes Playlist (Places)

>> Route 66: The Road That Changed Movies Forever (Oklahoma's Own Originals)

>> Before Route 66: The Story of America's First Highway (IT'S HISTORY)

>> What's Left of Cadillac Ranch on Route 66? (IT'S HISTORY)

​>> Route 66 Turns 100 | The 31 Stops You Can't Miss in 2026 (Through My Lens)

>> Route 66 Turns 100 Years (Ryan Chiaverini)

>> Route 66 Road Trip Series (Mike and Heather)

>> What Was The Dust Bowl? (Bedtime History)

​>> Why the Dust Bowl Was the Most Devastating Drought in US History (FOX Weather)

>> Black Blizzards (Reading Through History)​

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