How to Be Patriotic with Your Family

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By mamarika
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Drawn by my son. :)

Every July, in America, we are reminded of what a wonderful country we live in. Here are ten ways to show your patriotism and pass along a love of country to your children.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Plan (and then do) something to support our troops. It doesn't take long to send a card or a care package. Down below, I also share a link to a website that offers a bunch of ideas on how we can support our troops.
Step 2

Do a patriotic crossword puzzle with your kids. Try a constitutional puzzle, or one that showcases the U.S. Presidents. (See links below.)
Step 3

Make or buy a patriotic dessert--if it isn't obvious, explain to the family why it is patriotic. (For example, an apple pie could be considered patriotic with an explanation.)
Step 4

Write a journal entry starting with "I am proud to be an American because..." Take some time to really think about this before beginning. Encourage your family members to do it along with you.
Step 5

Read stories about great Americans. How about the story of George Washington who was shot at so many times he had bullet holes in coat?
Step 6

Learn the stories behind great American songs. God Bless America, The Star Spangled Banner, etc.
Step 7

Decorate your home with your family with simple patriotic crafts. Construction paper stars in red, white & blue. Make Uncle Sam hats for everyone to wear to dinner.
Step 8

Have dinner table discussions on U.S. symbols, freedoms we have that are not found in other countries, famous Patriots, what is going on in the country right now and more.
Step 9

Read about what it meant when our Founding Fathers pledged their lives, fortune & sacred honor. See link provided below.
Step 10

Sing great songs about America. America the Beautiful, My Country 'Tis of Thee, America (round), The Star Spangled Banner, I Believe in America, etc.