Veteran's Day

We are learning about Veteran's Day, celebrated on Sunday, November 11th.  Today, we learned about the military and learned that Veteran's Day is a day to thank the people who have served and are serving in the military.

We discussed that people in our lives may be a veteran or currently serving in the military.  Did your child come home and ask you about it? :)  If your child knows someone in this position, I encourage you to talk with them about it!  If there is anyone who might like to make a classroom visit in their uniform, please let me know.

We also learned a poem:

American Soldier,

America Solder,

You are brave,

You are brave.

You keep our country safe,

You keep our country safe.

We thank you,

We thank you!

Here are a couple ideas for you to celebrate Veteran's Day at home this weekend AND a great family writing activity:

1.  You and your child can work together to write an electronic letter to a soldier.  Click and visit Letterstosoliders.org.

2.  Help your child illustrate and draw a letter.  Drop it off or send it by visiting A Million Thanks.

3.  Adopt a Soldier.  This is a long-term commitment.