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Students read part of the exhibit catalog and learn
about the 1927 Alaska Flag Contest. Students create their own criteria
for a meaningful classroom flag and conduct a classroom flag contest.
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After reading the story of Benny Benson, the designer
of the Alaska flag, students select other famous Alaskans to research.
Students share their information in a written or oral report.
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Students learn about Alaska's state flag and the meaning
and symbolism behind the design. They then select, research, and
present the meaning and symbolism of a different state flag.
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Students discuss flag etiquette and research laws
and organizations that promote flag etiquette. They demonstrate
the proper ways to handle, display and fold flags.
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