Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by Pat Mora and published by Dragonfly Books. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Libby's great aunt, Lobo, is from Mexico, but the United States has been her home for many years, and she wants to become a U.S. citizen. At the end of the week, Lobo will say the Pledge of Allegiance at a special ceremony. Libby is also learning the Pledge this week, at school—at the end of the week, she will stand up in front of everyone and lead the class in the Pledge. Libby and Lobo practice together—asking questions and sharing stories and memories—until they both stand tall and proud, with their hands over their hearts.
Download or read book The Pledge written by Jeffrey Owen Jones and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-10-12 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cultural and political history of the Pledge of Allegiance, how it came to be, what it means to Americans, and why we have battled over it for generations For more than a century, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance has been a central part of the American Experience. And perhaps because of its ubiquity, this simple flag salute has served not only as a unifying ritual but also as a lightning rod for bitter controversy. Congress's 1954 decision to add "under God" to the Pledge has made it the focus of three U.S. Supreme Court cases and at least one other landmark appellate decision. The debate continues today, but along with it exists a widely held admiration and support for this simple affirmation of our shared patriotism. As Jeffrey Owen Jones and Peter Meyer show in their illuminating history, this brief salute to the flag has had an almost magical power to galvanize people's deepest feelings and beliefs about who we are and ought to be as a nation. In that sense, the story of the Pledge of Allegiance is the story of America and the American people.
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by Francis Bellamy and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Divides the Pledge of Allegiance into words and phrases in order to define its meaning.
Download or read book To the Flag written by Richard J. Ellis and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saluting the flag in public schools began as part of a national effort to Americanize immigrants. Here, Richard Ellis unfurls the history of the Pledge of Allegiance and of the debates and controversies that have sometimes surrounded it.
Download or read book The Pledge of Allegiance written by Kirsten Chang and published by Blastoff! Readers. This book was released on 2018-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the Pledge of Allegiance to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
Download or read book Our Pledge Our Promise written by Sheri Wall and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-22 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help children better comprehend our Pledge of Allegiance! Developed at the request of elementary school teachers, Our Pledge, Our Promise - The Pledge of Allegiance Explained defines each line of our pledge with short, lyrical verses and bright, expressive pictures. Children will better understand the profound meanings behind all those "big" words. Go beyond rote memorization of our nation's pledge: - Promote confidence through meaningful learning - Master advanced vocabulary - Instill the importance of unity and equality This book will spark deeper discussions about the founding of the United States of America, our country's history, and what patriotism means today. "Fun Facts" about the history of the flag and the pledge are also included to enhance learning. The proper way to fold the American flag is shown in an easy-to-follow diagram too! For the classroom, homeschool, or distance-learning environment, Our Pledge, Our Promise - The Pledge of Allegiance Explained is a great addition to educate the leaders of tomorrow!
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by June Swanson and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2002-04-01 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes how and why the Pledge of Allegiance was written, how it has changed in wording over the years, and precisely what it means.
Download or read book Pledging Allegiance written by Joel Westheimer and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does it mean to be “patriotic” in the United States after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001? And how have the prevailing notions of patriotism—loudly trumpeted in the American media—affected education in American schools? In this spirited book, renowned educational leaders and classroom practitioners answer these questions with insights, opinions, and hard facts. They focus on critical issues related to patriotism and democracy in education, including the social studies curriculum, military recruitment in schools, and student dissent. Contributors: Bill Ayers • Michael Bader • Robby Cohen • Sharon Cook • Louis Ganzler • Gerald Graff • Diana Hess • Joseph Kahne • Robert Jensen • Gloria Ladson-Billings • Deborah Meier • Ellen Middaugh • Pedro Noguera • Cecilia O’Leary • Diane Ravitch • and Joel Westheimer; Commentators: Bill Bigelow • Héctor Calderón • Edwin C. Darden • Peter Dreier • Delaine Eastin • Chester E. Finn • Jr. • Dick Flacks • Maxine Greene • Joan Kent Kvitka • James W. Loewen • Walter Parker • Charles Payne • Cindy Sheehan • Karen Emily Suurtamm • Studs Terkel • Denise Walsh. “What does it mean to be a democratic citizen? And what kind of education produces one? For the past two decades, Joel Westheimer has been one of North America’s most knowledgeable and able guides to these critical issues. Along the way, he has forced us to reconsider the larger goals and purposes of our public schools. His book will provide an invaluable roadmap for anyone who asks the big questions, no matter what they think of his answers.” —Jonathan Zimmerman, New York University “The essays in this book come at a critical moment and should be welcomed by anyone who is concerned that the values of peace, of democracy, be held high by the coming generation.” —From the Foreword by Howard Zinn, author of A People’s History of the United States “A valuable sourcebook for those who are uncertain about what patriotism is and, even more, for those who are certain that they know.” —Howard Gardner,author of Five Minds for the Future “By bringing together diverse and often divergent perspectives of patriotism, Pledging Allegiance opens to critical scrutiny the very idea of loyalty to a country. In doing so, it not only offers a useful educational resource but also performs a valuable political service. I can’t think of many books more likely to stimulate deep reflection and spirited discussion, and these activities, after all, are integral to democracy itself.” —Alfie Kohn, author of What Does It Mean to Be Well Educated?
Download or read book Zoom in on the Pledge of Allegiance written by Heather Moore Niver and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do we place our hand on our heart when we say the Pledge of Allegiance? Who wrote the original pledge? How has it changed over the years? Readers will learn the history and meaning behind these familiar words through easy-to-follow text and color photos. A follow-up activity encourages readers to research pledges and flags from around the world.
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by Michelle Jovin and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the pledge of allegiance and the meaning behind the powerful words with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, this book will help with memorization and understanding. The book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, colorful images, an additional project, and other meaningful features. This 20-page full-color book analyzes the pledge line by line so students can understand every word. It also covers important civics topics such as justice and liberty, and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about symbols, freedom, and national pride.
Download or read book The Pledge of Allegiance written by Lola M. Schaefer and published by Capstone Classroom. This book was released on 2001-07-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance, looks at how the pledge has changed since it was first written in 1892, and discusses its significance to American culture and daily life.
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance 2nd Edition written by June Swanson and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this inspiring and relevant book, discover how "The Pledge of Allegiance" has become one of the enduring symbols of America's pride. In 1888, a children's magazine announced that a new holiday--Columbus Day--would begin in 1892, on which the American flag would be raised to celebrate the founding of America. As the flag was raised, children would say something to honor it. What resulted was a simple one-line poem that became known as "The Pledge of Allegiance." after more than a hundred years, the poem has changed very little, and is still recited in classrooms across America.
Download or read book America s Story written by Tricia Raymond and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first account to chronicle the history of the Pledge of Allegiance with original documents and historical photographs reveals a fascinating slice of America's past.
Download or read book The Pledge of Allegiance written by Norman Pearl and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2007 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the history of the Pledge of Allegiance, its meaning, and changes in the text of it over the years.
Download or read book Brave New World Order written by Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2017-01-05 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the aftermath of the Cold War, Jack Nelson-Pallmeyer offers his most challenging book to date: a probing assessment of the meaning and implications of what U.S. leaders have called a "new world order." While the end of the Cold War and the mobilization of sanctions against Iraq opened the possibility of a truly new world order, Nelson-Pallmeyer argues that the Gulf War was used to serve a very different purpose. United States elites in the national security establishment instead sought to make the world safe for future wars, to derail the post-Cold War "peace dividend," and to foreclose the possibility of a world order based on international justice and commitment to human rights. From the perspective of the Third World, where ever-greater debt leads to ever-greater death, Nelson-Pallmeyer shows how the "new world order" is only a new way of managing the old world order: the misery of the poor will continue to sustain the appetites of the rich. Parallel to the increased pauperization of the Third World, the 1980s saw the massive transfer of wealth within the United States, from the poor to the very wealthy. The consequences: the decay of our cities and dramatic increases in racial violence, drug abuse, and crime. At the same time, the impending ecological crisis has escalated rapidly. Finally, Nelson-Pallmeyer turns his attention to the role of Christians in blessing the "new world order." Appalled by the abuse of religious rhetoric in justification of the Gulf War he examines how Jesus confronted the "world order" of his day, and calls for a radical discipleship that worships the God of life rather than the idols of power and wealth.
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by Chris Lynch and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2011 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four best friends serving in the Vietnam War make a pledge to one another that they will do all they can to return home safely together.
Download or read book I Pledge Allegiance written by David Crump and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-01 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does it really mean for Christians to live as faithful kingdom citizens in today’s world? Bitter partisan conflict. State-sanctioned torture. Economic injustice. Ethical corruption. Even a cursory glance over daily news headlines shows a stark contrast between the American political state and the kingdom of heaven. Where, then, does the Christian’s ultimate allegiance lie? In I Pledge Allegiance David Crump issues a clarion call to Jesus’s twenty-first-century disciples, stirring them up to heed God's word and live out their kingdom citizenship here on earth. Closely examining the ethical teachings of Jesus and his apostles in the New Testament and using real-world examples to illustrate the vital issues at stake, Crump challenges Christians to embrace the radical, counterintuitive, upside-down way of Jesus—a way of living and thinking that turns the world’s values on their head, smashes through stale political and cultural conventions, and welcomes God’s kingdom into the very heart of our shared society.
