Veteran's Day
Someone who has served or is currently serving our nation.
A civil rights activist who believed everyone should be treated fairly.
Who was Martin Luther King Jr. ?
Also known as George Washington's birthday, this holiday celebrates the top leaders our country has had.
What is Presidents' Day?
November 11th
When is Veteran's Day?
Something important happened in our nation's history.
What is a historical event?
Armistice Day.
What was the old name for Veteran's Day?
Famous speech given by Martin Luther King Jr.
What is the "I have a dream" speech?
This holiday honors the working class in America.
What is Labor Day?
The 3rd Monday in January
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
We honor several of these individuals during our national holidays.
What is a hero?
To be a military member.
What does it mean to "serve your country"?
The year 2000.
When was the first year this holiday was observed in all 50 states?
This day is meant to remember people who have died fighting for our country.
What is Memorial Day?
Celebrated the first Monday in September.
When is Labor Day?
To have high respect or admire someone.
What does it mean to honor someone?
President Eisenhower
Who changed Armistice Day to Veteran's Day?
January 15th.
When is Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday?
On this day, the United States became independent and its own country. Now, we celebrate America's freedom.
What is Independence Day?
Celebrated the last Monday in May.
To remember and protect memory.
What does it mean to memorialize someone or something?
Do community service at a Veteran's center or send a thank you card.
What can we do to celebrate Veteran's Day?
We celebrate his work of helping African American people go to good schools, get jobs, and be treated fairly.
This holiday always falls on a Thursday and many people use this day to give thanks and spend time with their families.
What is Thanksgiving?
Celebrated the third Monday in February.
What is President's Day?
Serve your community or learn about what has happened in history or the story of a hero.