The+Star+Spangled+Banner


 * THIS LESSON IS A WORK IN PROGRESS**

__Title__: Exploring the history and meaning of the Star Spangled Banner

__Description__: The creation of our national anthem will be explored.

__Duration__: Three 45 minutes periods.

__Learning Objectives__: Students will understand the historical events surrounding the birth of the Star Spangled Banner.

__Materials__: Recording of the Star Spangled Banner, or the teacher can play it on an instrument or have students sing it Copies of the score/text to the Star Spangled Banner Copies of Anacreon in Heaven

__Grade Level(s)__: 9 - 12

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