Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have died in service to our great nation. It is observed on the last Monday in May. There are several stories surrounding the origin of the day. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. To learn about the history of Memorial Day click here.
Listed below are links for activities and lessons to help celebrate Memorial Day and remember the price paid for our nation.
Memorial Day Teacher Resources from Teacher Vision
The Memory Shall Be Ours: Celebrating Memorial Day from Education World. This includes an Internet Treasure Hunt to learn more about Memorial Day.
The Price of Freedom Collection
Memorial Day Worksheets and Printables
Memorial Day Activities for ELL students
Memorial Day Lesson Ideas from NEA
More Memorial Day lessons and Ideas from The Teachers Corner