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Memorial Day Learning Links
Memorials & Casualty Files
This is a huge list of Memorial sites around the world (complete with links) and casualty files.
Source: David Merchant
Reading Level: Easy
Find out where Memorial Day originated and why, as well as
how it’s celebrated. See how
people plan for this holiday and explore the list of links provided.
Source: Seneca
County NY GenWeb
Reading Level: Moderate
History
Channel
The History Channel uncovers
the historical significance of this holiday by divulging little known facts and
providing a veterans forum.
Veterans, their families, and anyone interested in history can come
together to share their thoughts.
Also check the schedule of programs for special T.V. presentations.
Source: A & E Television Networks
Reading Level: Moderate
Davis Virtual
Market
Explore this listing of War
related websites and the peace section.
Remember our fallen heroes with the memorials, casualty files,
literature, poetry, and letters. Find
out what famous historical figures have to say about War & Peace.
Source: Davis
Community Network
Reading Level: Moderate
Memorial Day
This site has great links to helpful materials for Memorial Day, including history, poetry and prayers, online activities, and more.
Source: David Merchant USNR
Reading Level: Moderate
Lesson Plans
PBS Teacher
Source
Here you will find 10
interdisciplinary activity ideas for multiple grade levels. Subjects are highlighted and online
resources are also provided.
Source: PBS
Embark on this Memorial Day
Internet Treasure Hunt. Use the
accompanying activities for independent, small group, or whole-class
activities. Additional resources
are also provided.
Source: Education
World, Inc.
An extensive list of
activities from K-8 is listed, along with the necessary resources. Also check the page designated Internet
Resources for even more ideas for lesson plans.
Source: Houghton
Mifflin Company
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