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Celebrate Flag Day and PA250 with Art Sphere Inc.

 
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Honoring History Through Art, Literacy, and Civic Pride

June 14th is Flag Day, a time to honor the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777 and reflect on its meaning throughout American history. This year, as Pennsylvania celebrates its 250th anniversary, Art Sphere Inc. invites you to explore the rich legacy of the American flag and Philadelphia’s key role in its creation through free, creative lesson materials! Why We Celebrate Flag Day
  • June 14, 1777: The Second Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official U.S. flag.
  • Philadelphia is believed to be where Betsy Ross sewed the first flag.
  • Flag Day was first celebrated in schools in the late 1800s and officially recognized by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916.
  • Pennsylvania is the only state to observe Flag Day as a state holiday!

Flag Day Lesson Plan

Our interactive lesson plan is designed for grades 3–8 and integrates:

  • Art-making (coloring, designing flags, and creative expression)
  • Literacy (reading comprehension and writing prompts)
  • Social studies (flag symbolism, civic history, PA heritage)
  • Discussion prompts on patriotism, unity, and design evolution

Students will:

  • Learn the history of the American flag and its redesigns
  • Explore Philadelphia’s historic sites, including the Betsy Ross House
  • Reflect on what the flag means to them
  • Design a flag that represents their community or personal values

Free Resources

Download our Flag Day Handout: Includes coloring pages, design activities, and flag facts.

Use our Flag Day Lesson Plan: Perfect for classrooms, afterschool programs, and community workshops. 

Connect with PA250

This Flag Day, help students recognize how Pennsylvania and Philadelphia have helped shape national history. Use these lessons to kick off discussions about:

  • PA’s role in U.S. independence
  • Local civic pride and historical landmarks
  • How youth can contribute to the future of their communities

Join Art Sphere Inc. in celebrating PA250 by fostering creativity, connection, and civic engagement in your classroom or community!

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