Thursday, May 21, 2009
Monday is Memorial Day...
Next Monday, May 25th is Memorial Day. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War (it is celebrated near the day of reunification after the civil war), it was expanded after World War I to include American casualties of any war or military action.
Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. Volunteers often place American flags on each gravesite at National Cemeteries. Many Americans also use Memorial Day to honor other family members who have died.
Though the three day weekend is great, I think it is important to educate the children about the meaning behind Memorial Day. It's also appropriate to make the day not just about remembering those who have fought for and died for out country in the past, but also about those who are currently serving.
Here are a few Memorial Day resources for you to try:
Next Monday, May 25th is Memorial Day. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War (it is celebrated near the day of reunification after the civil war), it was expanded after World War I to include American casualties of any war or military action.
Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. Volunteers often place American flags on each gravesite at National Cemeteries. Many Americans also use Memorial Day to honor other family members who have died.
Though the three day weekend is great, I think it is important to educate the children about the meaning behind Memorial Day. It's also appropriate to make the day not just about remembering those who have fought for and died for out country in the past, but also about those who are currently serving.
Here are a few Memorial Day resources for you to try:
- Many activities at Apples 4 The Teacher.
- More activites and resources at Family Education.
- Recipes, crafts, and more at Annies.
- Lots of printables and teacher resources at Teacher Vision.
- More craft ideas at Suite 101.
- Lots of great things at Kaboose.
// posted by Tammy Wachter @ 5:33 AM 
