Free American Patriotism lessons––featured on the Internet––offer a varied menu of info

In response to the war on terrorism a new, no-cost American Patriotism program featuring Internet-based lessons about American history is now available worldwide.

The "American Patriotism Program" was put together by William J. Bennett, the former Secretary of Education.

Bennett, chairman of K12, Inc. said, "The United States is going through some tough times, but the American spirit is rising to the challenge. Citizens from all walks of life are asking ‘What can I do to support America?’ K12’s ‘American Patriotism Program’ helps provide an answer to this question.

"We must teach the next generation why the United States is worth defending, and we can use computer technology to do exactly that. Our Founding Fathers taught us that we defend our nation when we love and cherish her, and that we fully love and cherish her only when we understand her," he said. "That’s what these lessons are about."

The program is designed for children of all ages and features multi-layered lessons, colorful online storybooks, maps, art activities and sing-alongs.

The lessons are delivered through the Website www.K12.com and focus on topics such as the Pledge of Allegiance, the Founding Fathers, Christopher Columbus, the Pilgrims, U.S. Geography, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Betsy Ross, "The Star Spangled Banner," the Statue of Liberty, the role of immigrants in America, and much more. Each of the lessons comes from the organization’s history curriculum, which includes several hundred more lessons on America.

K12’s patriotism lessons can be accessed at no charge by logging onto www.K12.com or calling (888) 968-7512.

K12 is led by an experienced team of learning and technology experts who share a passion for education and a belief that a challenging, enriching education should be available to all children.