Veteran's Day
What is the Purple Heart Award?
A medal given to a veteran who was wounded while serving in the military
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
July 4th
Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving?
To remember the 1st Thanksgiving between the Pilgrims and Native Americans
What does equal mean?
The same
Why do we celebrate Labor Day?
To honor people who work to make our community better
What does freedom mean?
To be able to say or do what you want
What is a colony?
A smaller area that is controlled by a larger area
What does harvest mean?
To gather plants at the end of the growing season
Why do we celebrate MLK Jr Day?
To remember MLK Jr's dream
What is post?
Mail that is delivered by a Postal Worker
Why do we celebrate Veteran's Day?
To honor men and women who served in the military
What is the Declaration of Independence?
A document that was written by Thomas Jefferson to separate the 13 colonies from Great Britain
Who are the two groups who made peace on Thanksgiving?
Pilgrims and Native Americans
What was MLK Jr's dream?
To have black and white people be equal
What are 3 places in your community?
grocery stores, mall, park, office, school, roads
Who are veterans?
Men and women who serve in the military and protect our country
Why do we celebrate Independence Day?
To remember signing the Declaration of Independence to separate the 13 colonies from Great Britain
What does it mean to be Thankful?
To be happy for what you have
What are rights?
Things you are allowed to do
What are 3 occupations?
Firefighter, Teacher, Engineer, Veterinarian, Farmer, Bus Driver
What are the 5 branches of the military?
Air force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, and Army
What are 4 ways we can celebrate Independence day?
Parades, Picnics, Fireworks, Political Speeches, Barbacues
Who was the leader of the Pilgrims and how did he help people?
William Bradford led the Pilgrims from England to MA
What is a leader?
Someone who helps and guides people
What is a community?
The place you live and work