Veterans day is on Nov 11th every year to celebrate and honor the Military Veterans, that is all those people who have served in United States Armed Forces. Do not confuse it with Memorial day, while Veterans Day honors the services of all US Military Veterans but Memorial Day honor those who died in their Military service. For kids it is thus important to understand the importance of this federal holiday, and to get ahead with meaningful ways to celebrate Veterans Day. Kids must be a part of each and every bit of honoring and cherishing the Veterans and their services. Because of our Veterans, we, as a country are safeguarded.
History Of Veterans Day:
The 11th hour or 11th day of 11th month marked the signing of armistice to end the great war or WW1 in 1918. It became Veterans Day in 1971 eventually. It is not just any federal holiday but a day to look upon the Veterans and their commitment to our nation. Also not forgetting the families of Veterans who have been their support throughout their services for the country.
Ways to celebrate Veterans Day with kids:
Kids must be taught the importance of Veterans Day and why we honor the services of our US Military. It is not just any other holiday but a very important national holiday which identifies, honors and celebrates the Veterans who have served, inspired and safeguarded each and every one of us. There must be a proper Veterans Day celebration at home and school to ensure the kids learn all the details about this day. Some ways to celebrate Veterans day meaningfully are:
1- Thank a Veteran:
The children must at least thank a few Veterans around on this special day. Help kids in preparing thank you cards for all veterans they meet on this day. Visit nearby Veterans Administration Hospitals with your kids and teach kids to say Thank You to all those they see in uniform on this day
2- A Veterans Day lesson plan must be prepared at school:
The schools must have a creative writing or presentation contest regarding the history of this day. The kids must learn more and more about how the Veterans have been sacrificing and serving us to keep our lives safe and healthy
3- Invite a Veteran:
Specially at school, inviting a Veteran can help kids in understanding how it feels to be in Military and serve the nation. The kids get a first hand learning and they can ask questions regarding their doubts or details if they wish to know
4- Fly the US Flag correctly:
The kids must be taught how to fly a US Flag correctly and observe all the rules for flag display. The kids get to learn these intricate details and how they are so important to all of us
5- Go for Veterans Day Parade:
Take your kids to the nearby Veterans Day parade and if possible be a part of it. This gives a sense of belonging to the kids too. They not just learn about this special day but also get to enjoy it in the right spirit
6- Donate:
Donate to the causes related to Veterans and improving their lifestyle. Specially those in the VA hospitals. Make sure the kids are also a part of this donation drive. They must also learn how important this day is and our responsibilities towards our army Veterans
7- Connect with the Veteran community in your area:
Reach out and connect with the Veteran community in your area. Remember those who have shared in our struggle and joys. Supporting each other helps in gaining strength as a community and helps in honoring the accomplishments our Veterans have made
8- Celebrate at places which offer support for our Military:
Many restaurants and stores offer promotions and share for the services rendered by our Military Veterans. If you have a Veteran in your family, invite them and celebrate with them and their family. This will helps the kids in learning how significant their services mean to us and how we must honor and respect their sacrifices
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