This guided listening presentation has all you need to teach about the national anthem of the United States. It gives a historical overview of the anthem, complete with several video examples through the use of SafeShareTV. The presentation comes in both PDF and PPT formats and includes a series of worksheets and printables that span music, history, and literacy connections: follow-along notes; predictions; exit slips; lyrics rewriting activity; lyrics explanation; historical timeline; vocabulary list; lyrics sheet; crossword puzzle; word search; create-your-own banner; and U.S. flag coloring sheet. Best suited for grades 3-8 but can easily be used as a supplement for units in other grade levels.

Please note that SafeShareTV links will only work if your school’s network allows the use of YouTube. If YouTube (or SafeShareTV) is blocked, the video links will not work.