Hello, TEACH-NW Families! ❤️🤍💙
Wednesday, November 11, is Veterans Day! We invite our students and families to take some time this week to learn about, recognize, and honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
We've gathered some wonderful educational resources and activities for students of all ages. Families are encouraged to explore one or more activities that best fit their students' interests and grade levels!
📚 Veterans Day Learning Resources
🇺🇸 PBS KIDS Veterans Day Videos (Elementary)
Explore fun, age-appropriate videos that help younger students understand Veterans Day and the importance of honoring those who have served.
Watch PBS KIDS Veterans Day Videos
🇺🇸 Library of Congress – Veterans' Stories (All Ages)
Discover real stories, photographs, interviews, and historical materials that bring veterans' experiences to life.
🇺🇸 PBS NewsHour Veterans Day Lesson (Middle & High School)
Learn about the history of Veterans Day, the experiences of military service members, and the challenges some veterans face after serving.
Explore the Veterans Day Lesson
🇺🇸 Veterans History Project – Library of Congress (Middle & High School)
Listen to firsthand accounts and interviews with veterans while exploring important moments in military history.
Visit the Veterans History Project
🇺🇸 2026 Veterans Day Teacher Resource Guide (All Ages)
Discover additional learning opportunities, creative projects, writing prompts, and meaningful activities to help students recognize Veterans Day.
Explore the 2026 Veterans Day Resource Guide
❤️ More Ways to Honor Our Veterans
Looking for something hands-on? Here are a few simple and meaningful ways students can participate!
✉️ Say Thank You! Write a letter or create a special card for a veteran.
🎤 Hear Their Stories! Interview a veteran you know and learn about their experiences.
🎨 Get Creative! Create patriotic artwork, write a poem, or make a presentation honoring veterans.
📖 Learn Something New! Research the history of Veterans Day or a branch of the U.S. military.
⭐ Celebrate a Local Hero! Learn about a veteran in your family or community and share their story.
📸 We'd Love to See What You Create!
Did your student participate in a Veterans Day activity? We'd love to see it!
Families are encouraged to share photos, artwork, projects, or reflections with their Educational Facilitator (EF). It's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student learning and recognize those who have served!
🇺🇸 Thank You, Veterans! ❤️🤍💙
To all of our TEACH-NW families, staff, and community members who have served in the military, thank you for your service, dedication, and sacrifice.
We honor and appreciate you today and every day!