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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Women's Roles in World War Two

For Teachers 5th - 10th
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...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

They Also Serve

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Learners 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.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Remembrance Day

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

Veterans Day

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this Veterans Day reading comprehension worksheet, students read a passage detailing the history of Veterans Day. Students answer 7 questions.
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

Martha Goes To War!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
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...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Military Women

For Teachers 9th - 12th
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.
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Primary
Library of Congress

Loc: See and Hear Veterans' Stories

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the home of the Library of Congress Veterans' Project. Collected here are stories in multiple formats about specific topics dealing with a soldier's life in WWII, the Korean conflict, and the Vietnam War. Pictures and other...
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Website
Other

United States Military Academy at West Point

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the official home of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It gives information about the academy, including each of the different programs it offers. It also gives information about the admissions program,...
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Website
Other

Military.com

For Students 9th - 10th
Web portal for U.S. military members that connects service members, military families and veterans to all the benefits of service - government benefits, scholarships, discounts, lifelong friends, mentors, great stories of military life...
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Graphic
National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: The Waves of World War Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover more about the women of the Naval Reserve during World War II.
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Activity
Other

Images of Hope: American Red Cross Posters, 1918 1951

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibit of American Red Cross posters from 1918 to 1951, with text about the artists, and the use of the poster.
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Website
Other

Apples 4 the Teacher: Patriotic Poems for Kids: Armed Forces Day

For Students K - 1st
This collection of poems offers patriotic works for children to enjoy on Armed Forces Day.
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Article
Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: World War I

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Texas' role in how the United States was shaped during the time of war, specifically World War I.
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Website
ThoughtCo

Military History

For Students 9th - 10th
Articles and resources featuring military history. Find details about the wars the U.S. military has engaged in and information about seiges, forts, battles, and generals from military expert Kennedy Hickman.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: A Day for Veterans

For Teachers 2nd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Veterans Day. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Veterans Day

For Students 3rd - 8th
We thank all the people who served our country in the military on Veterans Day. Do you know a veteran? The Library of Congress has pictures and facts to fill you in.
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Website
US Senate

U.s. Senate Committee on Armed Services

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services reviews matters relating to the common defense policy of the United States.
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Unit Plan
BBC

Bbc Skillswise: Public Sector: Armed Forces and Security

For Students 9th - 10th
Covers skills that may be needed to work in armed forces and security.
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Website
US Navy

U.s. Military History and National Security

For Students 9th - 10th
An internet guide to US military history and national security. Includes links to the history of the US armed forces and specific branches as well as information on the different federal organizations involved in national security.