{"id":160000000218,"date":"2020-07-01T01:00:20","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T01:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/charlotte\/?p=160000000218"},"modified":"2020-06-19T17:23:39","modified_gmt":"2020-06-19T17:23:39","slug":"teaching-your-preschooler-about-independence-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/charlotte\/2020\/07\/01\/teaching-your-preschooler-about-independence-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Your Preschooler About Independence Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Fireworks, family picnics, and a whole lot of red, white, and blue\u2026there’s nothing quite like the Fourth of July! Your preschooler may be wondering how Independence Day came to be and why exactly we celebrate patriotism, so continue reading for tips on how to teach your child all about the Fourth of July.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Declaration of Independence<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

On July 4th, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence was created to separate the thirteen American colonies from Great Britain, breaking them from their obligation to follow the rules of the king of Great Britain. Fifty six men signed the Declaration that day, and thus, Independence Day was born!<\/span><\/p>\n

The American Flag<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Your preschooler may also be curious about the American flag, what it symbolizes, and how it ties into patriotism. The fifty states in our nation are represented through the flag’s fifty stars, while the thirteen red and white stripes represent the thirteen colonies that existed when the Declaration of Independence was signed. For this reason, many view the American flag as a patriotic symbol, standing for the rights and freedoms that Americans have.<\/span><\/p>\n

Patriotic Activities<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Consider trying one of these <\/span>fun and festive activities<\/span><\/a> to get your little one excited about Independence Day:<\/span><\/p>\n