Civics
Virginia SOL 1.CV.3
Describe symbols and traditions that honor and foster patriotism in the United States.
What students need to be able to do
- Learn the Pledge of Allegiance and the national anthem.
- Learn the ways people express respect for the American flag.
- Explain the symbolism of the colors, stars, and stripes of the American flag.
- Identify the Virginia flag, state capitol building, the cardinal as the state bird, and the dogwood as the state flower.
- Explain why people use symbols and have traditions.