And that teacher taught me something, too, because that's what I try to do when I see a veteran. They seem a little surprised when I say, "Thank you for your service," and then they break out in a smile.
Veteran’s Day
(Tune: “Danny Boy” - HAPPY EVERYTHING CD)
Today’s the day we celebrate our veterans,
The men and women who fought for our great land.
We’ll raise our flags and hold a moment of silence
And we will carry poppies in our hands.
Because we want to thank you for your service;
You traveled far to keep us safe at home.
You fought with pride and honor for our country.
Our veterans, oh how we love you so.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV_UrfgjvRI
Vocabulary
What is a veteran? For homework, have children interview their parents to find out about veterans in their family.
Here is a bulletin board from Carolyn Kisloski's school. The children fill out stars for each veteran in their family and then make a "Wall of Thanks" to honor them.
Here is a bulletin board from Carolyn Kisloski's school. The children fill out stars for each veteran in their family and then make a "Wall of Thanks" to honor them.
Poppies
Take three 7” circles cut out of red tissue paper and fold them like a fan. Twist a green pipe cleaner around the middle. Open layers to resemble a poppy. Do a search on the internet to discover why the poppy is symbol for Veteran’s Day.
Guest Speaker
Call a local military recruiting office and invite a guest speaker to share with the children what it’s like to have a job in the armed forces.
Letters to the Armed Forces
Here's a website where you can get information about writing letters to current military members and veterans. What a great way to show appreciation for our servicemen and women!
Letters to the Armed Forces
Here's a website where you can get information about writing letters to current military members and veterans. What a great way to show appreciation for our servicemen and women!
https://www.operationgratitude.com/writeletters/