Heroes September 11th Lesson Plans & Worksheets Reviewed by Teachers

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

Local Heroes

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards

The cover of The New Yorker magazine sparks a conversation about September 11th and the invaluable sacrifices the first responders made to rescue those in danger. Scholars discuss their observations, thoughts, and feelings then take pen...

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Canine Courage

For Students 5th - 7th Standards

Did you know dogs had an important job on September 11th, the day airplanes took down the World Trade Center? Learn more about the furry heroes with a three-page informational read designed to aid pupils in answering 10...

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Symbols of America

For Teachers K - 5th

Students research the events of September 11th . In this symbols lesson, students discover ways to honor this day. Students research the Internet for symbols used to represent ideas, events and people. Students work in groups to design a...

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Exploring Heroism

For Teachers 9th - 12th

Students examine the concept of heroism in this lesson, through personal reflection, group activities and a thoughtful analysis of the documentary, HEROES OF GROUND ZERO. They explore their own understanding of what it means to be a hero.

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Proud to Be of Service

For Teachers K - 12th

Observe the National Day of Service and Remembrance with a service learning lesson plan. After discussing the events of September 11, 2001, learners plan and implement their own service learning project in honor of American heroes.

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Heroes of 9/11

For Teachers 2nd - 4th

Students listen to Mary Pope Osbourne and Steve Johnson's tall tale, "New York's Bravest" which was written in remembrance of people who served on 9/11. Next, they brainstorm words that are associated with heroes and heroic actions. They...

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Dealing with Tragedy in the Classroom

For Teachers 3rd - 8th

Students explore the concept of human tragedy. In this September 11 terrorist attacks instructional activity, students write condolence letters, discuss the qualities of heroes, and investigate volunteer opportunities.

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Modern-Day America: Ronald Reagan Presidency to 9/11

For Teachers 6th - 8th

Learners examine contemporary America. In this contemporary American history lesson, students watch a DVD titled "Modern-Day America," discuss the events depicted in the video, and create memorials for those who perished in the 9/11...

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Library of Congress

Loc: September 11th Documentary Project

For Students 9th - 10th

A site that captures the heartfelt reactions, eyewitness accounts, and diverse opinions of Americans and others in the months that followed the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93.

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9/11 Memorial & Museum

National September 11 Memorial & Museum: What Is a Hero [Pdf]

For Teachers K - 1st

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum has partnered with the New York City Department of Education and the New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education to develop a robust set of 9/11 lessons for K-12 classrooms. Each lesson...

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