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Memorial Day Lesson Plan Ideas - National Education Association
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Memorial Day offers a profound opportunity for students to connect with American history and honor the sacrifices of military personnel. The National Education Association (NEA) provides...more
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Memorial Day offers a profound opportunity for students to connect with American history and honor the sacrifices of military personnel. The National Education Association (NEA) provides a curated collection of lesson plans and activities designed to help educators bring the significance of this day into the classroom. The resources encompass a variety of educational materials suitable for grades K-8. For younger students, the collection includes printable coloring pages, word searches, and simple crafts that introduce the symbols and traditions associated with Memorial Day. Older students can engage with more in-depth activities, such as using online graphing tools to analyze historical data on America's war casualties, fostering a deeper understanding of the holiday's origins and evolution. Additionally, the NEA provides access to historical speeches, such as Frederick Douglass's 1871 address at Arlington National Cemetery, and booklists that offer narratives to further explore the themes of service and sacrifice.
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In the Classroom
Create a classroom scavenger hunt where students find and decode symbols related to Memorial Day (ex., flag, eagle, poppy, dog tag). Have students write and decorate heartfelt letters to local veterans or active-duty service members. Use a simple chart or infographic to explore statistics about U.S. military history (wars fought, soldiers served, etc.). Read a picture book or short story that touches on themes of sacrifice or remembrance, such as The Wall by Eve Bunting. Assign students to write and deliver a short speech or poem answering the question, "What does freedom mean to me?" Students can share their poems using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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