Veterans Day
Elementary Resources
Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of
World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and November 11
became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in
1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all U. S. wars. The
day honors living military veterans with parades and speeches across the nation. A national
ceremony takes place at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
Veterans Day 2014 - Poster
Veterans Day Activities – National Education Association
Veterans Day: Everything You Need – Scholastic
Veterans Day - TeacherVision
Veterans Day Activities – The Teachers Corner
Veterans Day – Education Place
Veterans Day – The Teacher’s Guide
Activities for Veterans Day – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Day – TeachingHistory.org
The Flag of the United States of America – USflag.org
Veterans Day – Education World
Veterans Day Quiz – familyeducation.com
Veterans Day
Elementary Resources
Lesson Plans
If you are Free - Thank a Veteran! (Grades K-3) – Lesson Plans Page
Illustrate a Patriotic Song (Grades K-5) - Lesson Plans Page
Students illustrate a patriot song.
Veterans In My Family (Grades K-5) - Lesson Plans Page
Students will create a visual of students’ family members who are/were veterans.
Veterans Day and Patriotism (Grades 3-5) – Scholastic
Students are introduced to some of the symbols, songs, and pledges that represent our country and
which have special significance to veterans.
Veterans Day is celebrated in the United States today (Grades 3-5) – Read Write Think
Students write biographical poems about a soldier following a provided format.
Music of the Armed Forces (Grades 3-5) – Lesson Plans Page
Learn about songs of the armed forces in a fun way.
Wartime Poetry: Working With Similes (Grades 3-5) – Read Write Think
Students are introduced to the idea of using similes and then work in pairs to describe a character's
experience. They then create a simply structured poem using their ideas and similes.
Videos/Visuals
Holiday Facts and Fun: Veterans Day – Discover Education
Veterans Day celebrates the sacrifices and commitments of the men and women in the air force,
navy, marines, army, and coast guard. The program highlights the ways in which people honor
America's veterans during the November holiday and provides a brief historical analysis of World War
One, World War Two, and the Korean War. From parades to community-sponsored gatherings, the
presentation captures the spirit of this commemorative day.
United States: Honoring Veterans – Discover Education
In the United States, citizens honor the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces on
November 11, Veterans Day.
Veterans Day – Discover Education
Learn that Veteran's Day gives us the opportunity to thank those who have fought in wars.
Veterans Day – Pebble Go
History of Veterans Day - History.com
Veterans Day has changed days and names but it has always been a day to honor those who serve
their country.
Veterans Day - History.com
Bet you didn’t know: Veterans Day
Veterans Day
Elementary Resources
Articles
World Book Kids
World Book Student
Teacher Resource Guides
Veterans Day – Honoring All Who Served
Information
Veterans Day - U.S. Army Center of Military History
"Veterans Day commemorates the sacrifices of our nation's veterans and is
held on November 11th, the anniversary of the armistice which ended WW I."
Experiencing War (A to Z List) - The Library of Congress
Individual stories from the Veterans History Project. All stories are listed
alphabetically from A to Z. Audio, photos, and documents of those who
served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the War on Terror.
Take A Veteran to School Day - History.com
This link from the History Channel contains some teacher resources for
teachers interested in Take a Veteran to School Day.
Role of Women & Ethnic/Racial Groups in the Army - U.S. Army Center of
Military History
Women, African-Americans, Asian-Pacific Americans, Hispanic-Americans,
the Irish, Native Americans, and Minorities in the U.S. Army are all featured
at this site.
African Americans in the U.S. Army - U.S. Army Center of Military History
Learn about the Buffalo Soldiers and more here!