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Of Thee I sing by Barack Obama

Album Description

"Of Thee, I Sing" is a book that I would use at the beginning of the school year to build our classroom community. I would read this book aloud and brainstorm with my class afterward to generate ideas about bravery, kindness, respect, creativity, exploration, love, and confidence. The students could then create a poster to illustrate as a community and display in the classroom.

George Washington.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this drawing of George Washington from many years ago to teach students about bravery and leadership.

abraham lincoln.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this drawing of Abraham Lincoln from many years ago to teach students about compassion, courage, and responsibility.

martin luther king2.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Martin Luther Kinf Jr. to teach students about peace, love, equality, bravery, and leadership.

Neil Armstrong.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to teach students about bravery and exploration.

sitting bull.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Sitting Bull to teach students about dedication and justice.

Cesar Chavez Mural.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this mural of Cesar Chavez to teach students about equality and perseverance.

Billie Holiday.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Billie Holiday to teach students about creativity and beauty.

Maya Lin.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Maya Lin's memorial for civil rights to teach students about justice and creativity.

albert einstein.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this drawing Albert Einstein to teach students about knowledge, exploration, and creativity.

georgia o'keeffe.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this photo of Georgia O'Keeffe to teach students about beauty and imagination.

Jackie Robinson.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Jackie Robinson to teach students about fairness and determination.

Helen Keller.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Helen Keller to teach students about intelligence, strength, and community.

jane addams.jpg

Teaching Notes

I would use this image of Jane Addams to teach students about generosity, love, and community.