Memorial Day is an annual holiday set aside to honor those in the military who have fallen, particularly during military service. Many people confuse it with Veteran’s Day which is day to recognize and honor all veterans. Typically, we celebrate Memorial Day with parades and visits to cemeteries and war monuments. However, due to the quarantine restrictions, we will have to be very selective as to what activities we participate in. And, of course, children should be included in all your plans!

The links below provide you with a lot of information you can use as teaching tools about Memorial Day as well as activities for children. These activities range from games to baking special patriotic deserts to coloring and, of course, reading. Importantly, please do not have your children mindlessly playing computer games or video games all day. Keep their bodies and minds active by planning ahead of time what you will do as a family to honor our fallen heroes.

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