Lessons Activities and Resources to Support the Commemoration of Veterans Day

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Web Resources Department of Veterans Affairs - (http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/) This site provides links to content-rich web pages about the history of Veterans Day and the current celebrations associated with Veterans Day. The site includes a wonderful link to Posters for Veterans Day from 1978 to the present. Frequently Asked Veterans Day Questions – (http://www1.va.gov/opa/vetsday/ vetday_faq.asp) The Department of Veterans Affairs has compiled this FAQ section which provides answers to questions about both the history of Veterans Day and ways that Veterans Day is celebrated. American Women in Uniform, Veterans Too! – www.userpages.aug.com/captbarb/ An excellent source which includes links to biographies on women involved in U.S. conflicts from the American Revolution to the war in Iraq, but also includes photographs of women currently serving in areas of conflict and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the U.S. Women in Military Service for American Memorial – (http://www.womensmemorial.org/) – In addition to background information on this unique memorial at Arlington National Cemetery, the site provides data on women in the military, lesson plans and other useful resources. The Origins of Veterans Day - (http://www1.va.gov/OPA/feature/celebrate/vetday. htm) This site, hosted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, focuses on the origins of Veteran Day. Activities for Veterans Day - (http://www.theteacherscorner.net/seasonal/veterans-day/index.htm)This site includes activities for observing Veterans Day as well as links to related sites.) VA Kids 6–12th Grades - (http://www.va.gov/kids/6-12/index.asp) Designed for middle and high school students, this site includes games and information about veterans. VA Kids, Teachers’ Page - (http://www.va.gov/kids/teachers/multicontent.asp? intPageID=3) This section of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs web site offers resources for teachers and students. Curriculum, Speakers, and Projects Brings Veterans Stories to the Classroom - http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr288.shtml) – Education World provides an extensive list of activities and project ideas to celebrate Veterans Day.
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Table of Contents I. History of Vet
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