CLARKSVILLE, TN / FT. CAMPBELL, KY HOME OF THE 101ST AIRBORNNE DIV. U.S. ARMY.
Here in Clarksville, TN originally the school calendar had today as a no school day. But, for some reason the day to celebrate Veteran's day was changed to yesterday. We all know today is Veteran's Day, and I want to say Thank You to all of the men and women who have served in our military to keep me and all other American's safe in our Country that we love so dearly! I worry that our children are not being taught the meaning of our core values. I've written some things here that we can do to teach our children the meaning of Veteran's Day and how we can celebrate with them. Janie Masterson, Realtor.
1. Teach your children about the history of Veterans Day by having them create a time line of events leading to the observance of the holiday.
2. Have your kids write short articles or essays of how veterans are honored around the world. And if you know any veterans locally, propose that your kids interview them about what it's like to serve in the U.S. military.
3. Research how American veterans were treated after they returned from various military conflicts, ranging from the French and Indian War to the Persian Gulf War. Ask your children to compare and contrast their findings. Also compare and contrast how women and minorities who served in those conflicts were treated.
4. Have children draw a picture of Veterans Day, and what this holiday means to them. Military children can draw a picture of a parent who is currently deployed, or a relative who has served.
5. Make a thank you card for veterans. Children can give this card to veterans that they know or to veterans who are listed through the local VA medical facility.
6. Ask your children's teacher to invite veterans to their classroom. Veterans can discuss what it's like to serve in the military, and how important it is to observe this holiday.
7. Have your kids make a colorful and fun poster with the names and pictures of relatives who are veterans.
There are a variety of ways to celebrate Veterans Day with your children. And teaching children about the significance of this holiday will help give them a deep appreciation of our nation's servicemembers and veterans
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