Learning Snacks: Stars, Stripes and Saying Thanks! Veterans Day 🎗️

Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11th, is a special time to recognize the brave military members who served our country. It’s also an opportunity to help children understand the meaning of service, courtage, leadership and gratitude. This week, we honor the service of our brave military members!

FOR KIDS: THANK YOU VETERANS!
Discover what Veterans Day is all about and learn how people show appreciation for those who have served our country! Watch this Veterans Day video and learn about leadership. Get creative and make a patriotic paper flag while learning about who makes our American flags.

FOR PARENTS: SUPPORTING MILITARY FAMILIES
Help children understand the importance of Veterans Day through meaningful conversations, shared stories and acts of kindness! Learn about the experiences of veteran children and discover ways to support children from military families. Create beautiful homemade appreciation cards for veterans and active military members in your community to say thanks. A little kindness goes a long way!

FOR EDUCATORS: VETERAN DAY LESSONS
Many schools have Veterans Day off, but it is important that students understand why. Bring Veterans Day learning into your classroom by hearing stories from veterans and learning about military service families with Sesame Street. Have a Veterans Day parade in your school to celebrate their service!

Carnival of the Animals

In a new special from PBS KIDS, a young hero races to find Lion's stolen crown, meeting 13 animals preparing for the carnival. This animated special is set to Saint-Saëns' iconic Carnival of the Animals, recorded live by Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic.

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