Patriotic songs demonstrate Americans’ love of country. As the crowd gathered at our local fireworks display to sing The Star Spangled Banner that love of country was very evident. As we were singing I heard a little girl’s voice pipe up saying, “I don’t know this song, Mommy.” It made me think how important it is to teach children the patriotic songs that unite Americans. Learning these songs strengthens children’s love of country – their patriotism. So, next time you are singing with your children don’t forget to sing a few patriotic songs. Here are the top 10 American Patriotic Songs to teach your children.
#1 Top American Patriotic Songs
America’s national anthem is at the top of this list. The Star Spangled Banner” was written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key. Congress proclaimed it as the United States’ National Anthem in 1931.
#2 Top American Patriotic Songs
“America” (My Country, ‘Tis Of Thee) was written by Reverend Samuel F. Smith, music by Henry Carey in 1832. This patriotic song honors the beauty of America. The faith in God that America was founded on is evident in this song.
#3 Top American Patriotic Songs
“God Bless America” was written in 1938 by Irving Berlin. This is an easy to learn patriotic song for children.
#4 Top American Patriotic Songs
“America The Beautiful” is one of my favorite songs. The words were written by Katharine Lee Bates, music by Samuel Ward in 1913. The images of America, from sea to shining sea, is very powerful in this patriotic song.
#5 Top American Patriotic Songs
The original version of “I’m A Yankee Doodle Dandy” was written by Dr. Richard Shuckburgh, a British physician. Written during the French and Indian War, it was a ridicule of the Colonial army. Colonial Americans took it as their own, adding verses as time went on. Many of the verses are political satires. Children love the tune and words of this patriotic song. It is a fun song to sing!
#6 Top American Patriotic Songs
“You’re A Grand Old Flag” was written by George M. Cohan in 1906. This catchy patriotic song was written for Cohan’s musical, “George Washington, Jr.
#7 Top American Patriotic Songs
Children love to sing “When Johnny Comes Marching Home.” It was written in 1863 by Patrick S. Gilmore. The music is from the Irish street song, “Johnny We Hardly Knew Ye.
#8 Top American Patriotic Songs
“Battle Hymn of the Republic” was written by Julia Ward Howe. Although the words are rather hard for children to remember they love singing the chorus! “Glory, glory, Hallelujah!”
#9 Top American Patriotic Songs
“God Bless The U.S.A.” with words and music by Lee Greenwood has become one of America’s favorite patriotic songs.
#10 Top American Patriotic Songs
“This Land Is Your Land” was written by Woody Guthrie in 1956. Your children will enjoy singing the first verse of this song. It is a catchy tune with easy words.
Remember to include some of these patriotic songs the next time you’re singing with your children.
Sources:
www.scoutsongs.com
www.usa-flag-site.org
