Memorial
Day is a thoughtful time to honor American heroes.
How
can young children observe this day?
Kids
can realize that Americans are safer because our soldiers will
protect them
anywhere in the world. And that, sadly,
some of
those soldiers will give their lives fighting to help us.
Kids
can go to a Memorial Day parade, or watch one on TV. Or go
to a Memorial Day event such as
boarding an aircraft carrier and
meeting active soldiers.
They
can visit a veteran at a Veteran’s hospital or nursing home,
and take homemade food
or cookies, a book to read, or a
homemade card.
By
all means, have a picnic or barbeque with the family. And
remind kids that Memorial Day is also a
day to reflect on the heroes
who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we can be free
to enjoy the day.
If you'd like more ideas on how to use your Memorial Day Craft Box, they are here.
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