Honoring Veterans with a Free Printable
Veteran’s Day is celebrated each year on November the 11th. It is a day to take time to thank and honor the men and women that have served in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Many veterans have fought in wars, to protect us, here in the United States and people in other countries. They have fought to give and protect our rights to free speech, to worship God freely and many other rights.
Even if a member of the military hasn’t fought in a war, they are prepared and ready. It takes a lot of hard work to be a soldier. Veteran’s Day is a day to say thank you to those that have served in the past or are currently serving.
You may have someone in your very own family that is serving or has served in the military. Take time today to talk with them. Learn a little about the time they served and most of all, don’t forget to say, “Thank you!”
Activity
Here is a short questionnaire to use when talking with a veteran. It will help your child learn a little about the sacrifices made by our service men and women. (Click on the image below to get the free downloadable activity.)
Story Time
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Let’s Celebrate: Veteran’s Day by Barbara deRubertis
Reading Level: Ages 8 to 10 yrs old This book is great for a little older child. It still has plenty of pictures but there is so much information. I particularly love the fact that it names and explains the responsibilities of each of the branches of the U.S. Military. It also explains the military’s role during peace and war.
Veteran’s Day (American Holidays) by Connor Dayton
Reading Level: Ages 2 to 7 yrs old A great book for preschoolers and early readers to learn about Veteran’s Day. There are plenty of photographs of veterans and people celebrating Veteran’s Day. I will be using this book in my preschool class.
Veterans Day (Bullfrog Books: Holidays) by Rebecca Pettiford
Reading Level: Ages 2 to 7 yrs old This is a beautifully simple book for the young child. The illustrations are actual photographs. It explains, very well, who veterans are and what the holiday is about. I will be adding this book to my preschool collection.
Veterans Day (Celebrating Holidays) by Rachel Grack
Reading Level: Ages 5 to 9 yrs old This little picture book holds a lot of information. If your young child is wanting more information about Veteran’s Day, this is a great book. It uses real photos and the illustrations. I highly recommend this book to gather more interesting information.
Veterans Day (Celebrations in My World) by Robert Walker
Reading Level: Ages 8 to 12 yrs old This is a more in depth book for a little older child. It still has plenty of pictures for the young advanced reader that wants information but still likes to look at the pictures. The pictures are actual photographs. This is a great book for a little older of a child to gather information or possibly write a book report about Veteran’s Day.
Veterans Day (National Holidays) by Meredith Dash
Reading Level: Ages 5 to 9 yrs old Another great picture book with lots of information about Veterans Day. The use of actual photos will help your child more fully comprehend what Veteran’s Day is about.
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