Pick the best parts of each person's flag and draw a new one on 11 x 17 paper or cloth. Just like the American flag reminds us of America and being American, songs can do the same thing. Some of these songs officially represent a country because of a law. These songs are called anthems. Other patriotic songs are not official but still remind people of a country.
Anthems are also symbols.
The words and sounds of the song have special meaning. Your independent class will also need an anthem or official patriotic song. As a group, think of a story you might want your song to tell. Don't forget music. So it is easy for everyone to learn, many national anthems use the tune for old folk songs that everyone already knows.