Lesson 178: Our flag and what it means

Objective

I can explain that a flag is a symbol, name the colors and shapes I see on it, and talk about flags in a kind way.

Materials

• A simple picture of a flag (real or invented)
• Pencils, crayons, or markers
• Paper for drawing a flag idea

Mini-lesson — What does a flag mean?

Guided Practice — Flag idea sketch

You will make a simple flag idea. It can be a real flag you know or an invented one with colors and shapes.

1. Draw a rectangle for the flag shape.
2. Add colors you like.
3. Add one shape like a star, leaf, sun, or heart.
4. Write or trace one short word near it, such as "flag", "color", "shape", or "home".
5. Under your drawing, write or trace: "This flag is a symbol."
6. Share your flag idea with an adult using kind words. Do not say which flag is best.

Tracing Pad

Lines Primary lines Baseline only Grid Blank Trace (none) flag color shape star sun leaf heart mark group home

Pen Clear

Tip: As you trace, say a full idea such as "A flag is a symbol."

Practice — Look and describe a flag

This activity helps you see and talk kindly about flags. You do not compare or judge any flag.

1. An adult shows or describes a flag (real or invented).
2. Name what you see using short words like "color", "shape", "star", "leaf", or "mark".
3. Say:
   "This flag is a symbol."
   or
   "This flag stands for a group."
4. Talk with the adult about how flags can show unity, nature, history, or hope.
5. Do not say which flag is "best". We respect all flags.

Quick Check — Our flag and what it means

Answer each question about flags, colors, and kind language. These questions do not judge any country.

Assessment (parent/teacher)

Exit ticket (student)