Specifically, Veterans Day is to honor all those who are living who served in the military. Teaching about this topic opens the door for many great conversations with your students.

There are a few points you need to establish with your students when teaching them about Veterans Day.

1. Veterans Day is different than Memorial Day.
2. Veterans Day is on November 11th, the same day every year.

Here are 6 easy ways to teach your students about Veterans Day in the classroom:

6 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day in the Classroom

1. Read children’s books about Veterans Day

Children love a good read-aloud. Selecting books that capture the meaning of Veterans Day will help them understand the reason we celebrate it. Click on the link below to find a selection of books about Veterans Day.

Books about Veterans Day

2. Make Patriotic Crafts

Crafts are always fun for kids, and it’s even better when you can tie in some kind of meaning or lesson with the craft. Check out the craft below from our Veterans Day resource on Teachers Pay Teachers.

3. Sing Patriotic Songs

There’s just something about singing that makes the heart happy. Singing is a great way to learn and memorize new information. There are plenty of of songs to choose from. Click the link below to find one.

10 Patriotic Songs for Children

Patriotic USA Songs for Kids

4. Attend a Parade

Celebrate Veterans Day with a parade! You can attend one or watch one on television or the internet. If you’re not sure if your town has a parade visit vetfiends.com to find out.

5. Thank a Veteran

Encourage your students to write a thank you note to a veteran, or to say “thank you” when they see military personnel in uniform. Discuss why they would want to thank a veteran and give examples. Check out the writing templates below from our Veterans Day resource on Teachers Pay Teachers.

6. Ask Students if They Know A Veteran

Ask your students if they know any veterans, maybe a family member or someone in their neighborhood. If possible, reach out to the veteran and ask them to do a classroom visit. They can tell stories, show their medals, or even bring their uniform to share with the students.

I hope you enjoy these simple ideas. If you have any additional ideas for celebrating Veterans Day with children please put them in the comment box below.

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Explaining Memorial Day to your students or children can be a challenge but it can be fun too! We want our children to know why they have the day off of school and understand why we celebrate this day. Memorial Day is a time to honor all those who have died while serving in the armed forces. Teaching about Memorial Day opens the opportunity for many great conversations. Help your students to understand the importance of this day by teaching them the meaning of Memorial Day.

Here are ten simple and easy ways to teach your students about Memorial Day in the classroom:

10 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day in the Classroom.

1. Read children’s books about Memorial Day

Children love a good read aloud. Selecting books that capture the meaning of Memorial Day will help children understand the reason we celebrate this day. Click on one of the links below to find a selection of books about Memorial Day.

Children’s Activities & Books for Memorial Day

Top 10 Books for Memorial Day

2. Make Patriotic Crafts

Crafts are always fun for kids and it’s even better when you can tie in some kind of meaning or lesson with the craft. Click on the links below to find some patriotic crafts perfect for Memorial day.

15 Patriotic Crafts for Kids

7 Patriotic Kids Crafts for Memorial Day

3. Sing Patriotic Songs

There’s just something about singing that makes the heart happy. Singing is a great way to learn and memorize new information. There are plenty of of songs to choose from click the link below to find one.

10 Patriotic Songs for Children

Patriotic USA Songs for Kids

4. Attend a Parade

Celebrate Memorial Day with a parade, you can attend one or watch one on television. If you’re not sure if your town has a parade visit vetfiends.com to find out.

5. Visit a Memorial

Visit a memorial with flowers or flags to show honor and respect. Spend time to remember those who died while serving in the armed forces.

I hope you enjoy these simple ideas, if you have any additional ideas for celebrating Memorial Day with children please put them in the comment box below.

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1. Distance Learning End of the Year Student Awards

I love that these awards can be awarded online and the sunglasses idea is great too! How cool would it be to host an awards ceremony via Zoom?

2. Bitmoji End of the Year Awards

Who can go wrong with Bitmojis?

3. Distance Learning Student Awards (Digital & Print)

These awards are specific to distance learning, so this is great to use when all of your students are participating in the online activities and video calls.

4. Class Card – Editable Distance Learning Gift

Isn’t this the cutest thing ever? I love that pick the kids that resemble the kids in your class. And the little note on the picture is very sweet!

5. End of the Year TECH BOARD (Distance Learning) Digital Activities Board

Just like it says below, “one great memory after another”. I love this resource because it includes May/June activities that can be sent via Google slides and involves minimal prep!

6. End of Year Slideshow Templates | Digital | Google Slides | Distance Learning

I love this idea of a digital memory book! You don’t have to worry about printing anything out, just upload the pictures into the google slides and send them to the students to view. No more lost books along the way, this will be something they keep with them for a long time.

I hope you have a wonderful end of the school year with your students! Do you have digital end of year gifts for students prepared? If you have more ideas for digital end of year gifts for students, please share them in the comments below!

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1. Smart Cookie Gift Tags

I love these treat labels, it sure to put a smile on your student’s faces. Heres the perfect box of cookies to go along with these cute labels.

2. Editable Classroom Memory Book

I just love this yearbook! The kids will love and treasure this book with all their heart! All their precious memories from the school year in one place to reflect upon. Click here if you’re in need of prepunched paper, and click here if you need spiral coils.

3. End of Year Gift Tags (Editable)

I love these sweet and simple notes from the teacher. Print these notes on cardstock and laminate to make sure they last a long time.

4. Gift Tags & Thank You Cards

What I love about this resource is that there are gift tags for every occasion. Don’t forget the ribbon for your gift tags!

5. Editable Water Bottle Gift Tags

This is the perfect gift for students heading into summer vacation. A great reminder to stay hydrated. Check out these colorful bottles from Amazon!

6. End of the Year Gift Tags – Pineapple Theme

These are so cute! Pair these with pineapple fruit cups and you’re done!

7. End of Year Gift SUNGLASSES GIFT TAG with Customizable Bitmojis

The kids are going to love this gift! They’ll feel so cool in their new shades! These sunglasses for kids are pretty cute!

8. End of the Year- Gift Tags (Hope Your Summer *BUBBLES* With Fun!)

What kid doesn’t love bubbles? These bubble wands are great for summer fun!

9. End of Year Summer Gift Tags

Students will be excited about their own popcorn bag and bucket. Pop on this cute label and you’re ready to go! Get your popcorn bucket here and your microwave popcorn here!

10. End of Year Awards EDITABLE- 80 Color and B&W

These awards are my favorite because there is something for every student. With 35 different certificates there is something that each student can be recognized for. Tape the awards to Astrobright Colored Cardstock for a more official look!

I hope you have a wonderful end of the school year with your students! What do you think of my top 10 cheap end of year gifts for students? If you have more ideas for cheap end of year gifts for students, please share them in the comments below!

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