Veterans Day by CHRISTY JAMES

My Hero Is... Creating a Veterans Memorial activity

christy_james — 2014-10-10 01:04:11 UTC

Let students show their creativity and understanding of Veterans Day by creating a memorial of their own.

Veterans Day Video- NWMS Introduction

christy_james — 2014-11-04 15:33:31 UTC

Short video about Veterans Day @ The Nest and our Wall of Honor.

Veterans Day Teacher Resource Guide

christy_james — 2014-11-04 15:51:02 UTC

Different classroom ideas from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs.

Fact Sheet about Injuries and Casualties in US Wars

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:19:33 UTC

Startling statistics in an easy to understand format. This could be an excellent way to bring in Math to the Veterans Day discussion.

Inspiration for John McCrae's WW1 poem - In Flanders Fields

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:21:07 UTC

Brief information about poet John McCrae and his fellow soldier who inspired the piece, plus information about Flanders Field as it is today.

Stories from the Veterans History Project (Library of Congress)

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:23:05 UTC

Firsthand audio and video accounts of soldiers' experiences at home and aboard during war. Fantastic example of primary sources.

Women at War

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:25:28 UTC

Four question quiz that could be done as a discussion starter about women's impact in the military.

PBS Veterans Day Quiz

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:48:14 UTC

This has some tough questions and great talking points. Small groups could research the answers to different questions.

Bet You Didn't Know: Veterans Day

christy_james — 2014-11-04 16:50:47 UTC

Great 2 minute video overview of what Veterans Day is and why it's celebrated. Created by History Channel.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

christy_james — 2014-11-04 18:38:26 UTC

Short informative article that explains the significance and ceremony associated with this special place.

christy_james — 2014-11-04 18:46:19 UTC

In Flanders Fields by John McCrae

christy_james — 2014-11-04 18:46:52 UTC

This short 3 stanza iconic poem from WWI would be a great guided reading and discussion starter.

Veterans Day Poster Gallery

christy_james — 2014-11-04 19:03:18 UTC

Beautiful display of the Veterans Day posters that are issued annually. Use this to inspire students to create their own posters. Also a terrific way to examine symbolism.

PBS Veterans Day Quiz Answers

christy_james — 2014-11-04 19:15:52 UTC

2014-11-07 17:32:36 UTC

History of Veterans Day

christy_james — 2015-11-05 17:49:20 UTC

From the Veterans Administration, a great overview of how Veterans Day has been recognized and celebrated in the US.

Army Officer Article

christy_james — 2016-11-04 13:41:44 UTC

Great article shared by Mr. King

America's White Table

christy_james — 2016-11-08 14:20:37 UTC

This picture book explains the importance of the White Table that honors and remembers our POWs and MIAs. This is online and shows each page of the book. There is a White Table in our library.