National Flag of Canada Day Activities - In Your Classroom
Intermediate Grades
Students at the intermediate level are much more conscious of the use of symbols to reflect who they are and to foster a sense of being part of a larger group. Use this approach to foster an increased pride in our flag, country and identity.
- Students can ask their parents about an important moment in Canadian history (e.g. Paul Henderson's 1972 goal) or their family history (e.g. their grandparents fighting for their sovereign in battle.) They could do a mini poster of this event with a Canadian flag present. Students can relate their pride in Canada and in being Canadian to the class.
- Students could write a one page essay using the question "What does the flag mean to me?" as a starting point. This question will lead to others centering on feelings of national pride and what is the significance of being part of this Dominion. They may have someone in their family who fought for Canada in a war or who remembers the days before 1965 when the Canadian Red Ensign was used as our flag. Have students read their essay to the class.
- Students can learn about the important role of the monarchy in the history of our national flag: From King George V proclaiming red and white as national colours in 1921 to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II proclaiming our national flag.