Part 1B: The Basics – FFA Salute
“The Basics: FFA Salute” is a quick FFA lesson plan (Section 2: Part 1) in which students interpret the meaning of the FFA salute (the Pledge of Allegiance) and identify ways to serve their local communities. Through an interest approach, a pictograph/collage activity using the Pledge, and a group community-service planning activity, students explore citizenship and FFA traditions. It works well as an introduction to FFA basics and FFA traditions.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Interpret the meaning of the FFA salute (Pledge of Allegiance).
- Identify ways to serve in local communities.
- Time required
- Interest Approach – 10 minutes; Activity 1 – 25 minutes; Activity 2 – 20 minutes
- Materials
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- Pledge of Allegiance/FFA Salute.
- NH.Section2.The Basics – PowerPoint Presentation.
- "Official FFA Student Handbook" – one copy per student.
- Internet access for students (optional).
- "We Were Soldiers," http://www.wingclips.com/movie-clips/we-were-soldiers/this-is-our-story.
- "We Are America: Love Has No Labels," https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MdK8hBkR3s.
- "Pep Talk" by Kid President, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-gQLqv9f4o.
- "John Wayne and the Pledge of Allegiance," https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Jf3MQpffBc.
- "Star-Spangled Banner As You've Never Heard It," https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaxGNQE5ZLA.
- Created
- June/2016 by the National FFA Organization
- This Quick Lesson Plan Would Work Well As
- 1. An introduction to FFA/FFA basics. 2. An introduction to FFA traditions.
Downloads & Links
Lesson plan
Presentation
Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
- CRP.04Communicate clearly, effectively, and with reason. Career-ready individuals communicate thoughts, ideas and action plans with clarity, whether using written, verbal and/or visual methods.
Common Core – Reading: Informational Text
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.4Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
Common Core – Speaking and Listening
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.2Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.
FFA Precept
- FFA-CS-M.CommunicationEffectively interact with others in personal and professional settings.
- FFA.PL-A.ActionAssume responsibility and take the necessary steps to achieve the desired results, no matter what the goal or task at hand.
- FFA.PL-B.RelationshipBuild relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-C.VisionVisualize the future and how to get there.
- FFA.PL-E.AwarenessUnderstand personal vision, mission and goals.
Next Generation Science
- HS-ETS1-3Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.