U.S. Symbols and More
War Memorials
Grades 4 and 5
By Mrs. Paula McMullen
Library Teacher
Norwood Public Schools
Teacher Note
• Click on the “Ben’s Guide” link at the bottom of the slide to
find brief descriptive text about that symbol.
• Click on the excellent thumbnail pictures at Ben’s Guide (3-5)
to see more images of that symbol or historical landmark.
• To return to the presentation from Ben’s Guide or another
link, Right Click then Left Click on “Back.” If “Back” is not
available, click on “File” and “Exit.”
• Check links prior to using them with your class.
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Presentation Format
• This presentation is designed to present
large images connected with a link to
brief text explaining the meaning and
history of that image. Additional
resources are also provided as links.
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Introduction
• A symbol is an object that represents
something else.
• The United States has many symbols.
• These symbols represent important ideas and
events in our American history and government.
• The United States has many national landmarks,
which are statues, memorials and buildings.
• The United States has many songs or oaths that
its citizens share.
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Arlington National Cemetery
Ben's Guide - Arlington National Cemetery (Grades 3-5)
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Arlington National Cemetery
Resources
• Fact Monster - Arlington National Cemetery
• Thinkquest.org - Arlington National Cemetery
• va.org - Arlington National Cemetery
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Ben's Guide - Tomb of the Unknowns (Grades 3-5)
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Resources
• Fact Monster - Unknown Soldier
• arlingtoncemetery.net - Tomb of the Unknowns
• Tombguard.org - Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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World War II Memorial
Ben's Guide - World War II Memorial (Grades 3-5)
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World War II Memorial Close-up
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World War II Memorial Plaque
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Marine Corps War Memorial
Ben's Guide - Marine Corps War Memorial
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Marine Corps Memorial Close-up
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Marine Corps Memorial Resources
• Thinkquest.org - Marine Corps Memorial
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Korean War Memorial
Ben's Guide - Korean War Memorial (Grades 3-5)
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Korean War Memorial Close-up
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Korean War Memorial Resources
• nps.gov - Korean War Memorial Brief Facts
• tourofdc.org - Korean War Memorial
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Vietnam War Memorial
Ben's Guide - Vietnam War Memorial
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Vietnam War Memorial Close-up
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Vietnam Memorial Resources
• Thinkquest.org - Vietnam Memorial
• tourofdc.org - Vietnam War Memorial
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Teacher Resources
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Ben's Guide - U.S. Symbols (Grades 3-5)
Ben's Guide - Historical Documents
brownielocks.com - Patriotic Symbols
Enchanted Learning – Symbols of the USA
Factmonster.com - US Memorials and Landmarks (excellent site)
Factmonster.com - US Symbols (excellent site)
mrdonn.org – Symbols (excellent site)
Patriotic Song Audio Clips
Salem Elementary School - American Symbols
ThinkQuest - American Symbols
U.S Marine Band - Ceremonial Music Audio Clips
Thinkquest.org - US Symbols Basic Facts Quiz
va.gov - US Symbols, Customs, and Holidays
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The End