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I chose this image because it showcases how the look of military men and women has changed. But it also showcases all the veterans that have served from World War I to present day. How Veterans Day is a day that we remember all that have served so we can remain a free country.

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Great Britain, France, and other countries celebrate November 11th as Armistice Day to
commemorate the ending of World War I on November 11, 1918. Fighting ceased at the 11th hour,
on the 11th day of the 11th month. Canada celebrates Remembrance Day on this same date.
The history of the Veterans Day in the United States is as follows:
1919 - President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th as Armistice Day to remind Americans
of the tragedies of war.
1938 - The day becomes a federal holiday.
1954 - Congress changes the name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day to honor
all United States Veterans.
Today, in the United States, Veterans Day commemorates the courage and patriotism of all the
men and women who have served in the United States military.

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Great Britain, France, and other countries celebrate November 11th as Armistice Day to commemorate the ending of World War I on November 11, 1918. Fighting ceased at the 11th hour, on the 11th day of the 11th month. Canada celebrates Remembrance Day on this same date.

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This virtual field trip is a video that's hosted by students. It showcases historic locations that help show the meaning of service, honor, and duty. It includes personal stories from military veterans, civic leaders, and community service providers. It's a great opportunity for students to consider different ways they can be a good citizen.

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Voices of U.S. – Why We Serve Virtual Field Trip

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Join Discovery Education on a unique virtual journey that explores the importance of service in honor of Veterans Day.

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This video gives the students a cute way to get information on Veterans Day. It tells them what it is, when its celebrated, and any other information they need to know. It's also narrated by a chicken nugget, so it's sure to get the students' attention.

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Nuggets of Information: Veterans Day for Kids

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This website is a cool interactive website that allows students to type in keywords that they can use to research. It also includes vocabulary and videos.

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Where the Wonders of Learning Never Cease | Wonderopolis

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Where the Wonders of Learning Never Cease

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This is a cute video of a Kindergarten Veterans Day song. It has hand movements along with words so the students can follow along with it. It's also a fun way to help them learn more about why we thank veterans.

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Thank You Soldiers- practice video with motions (kindergarten Veterans Day song)

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This video is narrated by a kid. It gives simple information that's easy for the students to understand. It defines Veterans Day, the branches of the military, and why we celebrate.

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Veterans Day - How it started and why we honor it - KID HISTORY

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This article provides information on when Veterans Day is, what it is, why we celebrate it, and gives facts about Veterans Day.

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Veterans Day Facts - Data, Populations & Background

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Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on November 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.

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Explain why Veterans Day is important

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I can explain why Veterans Day is important by writing a letter to a veteran.

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K.1 History. The student understands that holidays are celebrations of special events. The student is expected to:
(A) explain the reasons for national patriotic holidays such as Presidents' Day, Veterans Day, and Independence Day.

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Houser, G. (2018). Why do we celebrate Veterans Day? The Rosen Publishing Group.

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This book allows readers to learn why Veterans Day is celebrated and why its important to recognize and be thankful for our veterans.