4th of July -- School-age
July 4th
Independence Day, the 4th of July, is the birthday of the United States of America.
The fourth of July is a national holiday in the United States of America. It is the anniversay of the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. It is the 13 colonies Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. This day is about freedom and liberty.
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Fireworks
The July 4th celebrations included speeches, parades, and fireworks.
Fireworks
On construction paper have children using markers or crayons make large dots on the paper. Drizzle glue lines starting from the dots. Shake glitter along the lines creating a skyful of sparkling, glittering fireworks. After the glue has dried, shake off the excess glitter and hang the fireworks display on the bulletin board.
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Things to Do
Color Your Own A Capitol Fourth!
5 pointed Star
Learn how to cut a perfect five pointed star!
Patriotic Pin & Magnet
Use plaster of paris to make this easy patriotic decoration.
Sites to See
Liberty: The American Revolution
PBS website for older children.
