In the DC area, it is very common to see a lot of American flags flying. The flag of The United States is a symbol of this country’s values and traditions. The 13 red and white stripes represent the original colonies and the 50 stars stand for the states. Use this day to teach your kids about your own country’s flag. You can find a print out of lots of flags in Kids Culture Corner at http://aupairinamerica.com/resources/kids/culture_corner.