Students explore the various roles of women in the armed forces and their experiences at work. They discuss stereotypes of men and women during World War Two. They read extracts of stories from World War Two in small groups and report...

High schoolers investigate how women went to war and the contributions that they have made in history. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to create a class presentation and answer some...

Students review the history of female participation in the armed forces and throughout various conflicts. They participate in a class discussion and consider many of the controversial issues surrounding women in the military.

Students explore United States soldiers. In this American military history and letter writing instructional activity, students visit the "Heroic Sons of Gold Star Mothers" website and choose a soldier. Students research the biographical...

Students examine the history and significance of Veteran's Day. They discuss the purpose of the armed forces, and discuss whether anyone has family members who are veterans or who have served. They create Veterans thank you cards, and...

Students explore the roles women played during World War II. They design a recruiting poster telling women of the ways in which they can serve their country today and present their posters to the class.

Second graders research the meaning behind Remembrance Day. In this Remembrance Day lesson plan, 2nd graders discuss peace and why Remembrance Day is significant. The book Why We Remember is read aloud to the students.

For this Veterans Day reading comprehension worksheet, students read a passage detailing the history of Veterans Day. Students answer 7 questions.

Students are introduced to and assess the four branches of the military and the Coast Guard and the famous mottoes for each one. They explore and experiment with their own values to identify and create a motto for themselves.