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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Resolution Analysis

For Teachers 5th - 8th
An eye-opening activity honors those soldiers that have fallen in battle but remain nameless. Scholars analyze the Unknown Solider Resolution created after World War I to honor those who died. Academics participate in group discussion to...
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Unknown Soldier Diorama

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Young scholars research history of honoring unknown soldiers in United States, Canada, France, and Australia, research origins and building of tombs for unknown soldiers in country of their choice, and create diorama depicting national...
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Tombs of the Unknowns Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this heroes worksheet, students use the Internet and a specific website to find the answers to five questions associated with tombs of the unknown.
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Lesson Planet Article
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Veterans Day Lesson Plans

For Teachers 5th - 8th
We can take a moment to recognize the soldiers who served and protected our country with Veterans Day lesson plans.
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Unit Plan
PBS

Act of Duty

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
PBS provides educators with this "Utilization Guide," a four segment program that covers the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam, and the Gulf War. The 42-page packet includes lessons, background...
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Activity
US Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Day

For Teachers K - 12th Standards
Teaching class members all about the importance and meaning behind Veterans Day with an informative resource. Pupils complete a classroom activity guide and individual research to learn more about the brave men and women who defend the...
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Veterans Day Fact And Opinion

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this fact and opinion worksheet, students answer 10 questions about the Veterans Day holiday. Students decide if the statements given are facts or opinions.
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Worksheet
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Virginia Crossword Puzzle Worksheet

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Virginia crossword puzzle learning exercise, students use the 10 clues to identify the words that belong in the word puzzle to correctly complete it.
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Virginia Challenge

For Students 4th - 8th
In this Virginia trivia instructional activity, students respond to 10 multiple choice questions that require them to exhibit what they know about the state.
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Virginia Vocabulary

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this Virginia history worksheet, students match the names, places, and words in the word bank to the 10 statements that define them.
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Worksheet
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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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Worksheet
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Memorial Day

For Students 4th - 6th
In this Memorial Day worksheet, students fill in a crossword puzzle as they figure out the answers to ten facts about Memorial Day.
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Worksheet
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Veteran's Day Crossword Puzzle

For Students 5th - 6th
In this holiday themed learning exercise, students determine the answers to 21 clues to fill in a crossword puzzle associated with Veteran's Day.
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Lesson Plan
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Veterans Day

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders research the origin of Veterans Day and its purpose in the life of Americans today. Students begin the lesson by looking up key vocabulary. The teacher uses a media presentation to create interest. The class composes...
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Website
Veterans Affairs Canada

Veterans Affairs Canada: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief site that gives information about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Canada.
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Website
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Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

For Students 9th - 10th
An impressive site created by the Society of the Honor Guard gives extensive information on the Tomb and the soldiers who guard it.
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Article
Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive summary features detailed facts and information on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery that honors the soldiers who have fallen during service to their country.
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A View on Cities: Philadelphia: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

For Students 9th - 10th
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Philadelphia)
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Handout
US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: Tomb of the Unknowns

For Students 3rd - 8th
Features the history behind the construction of the Tomb of the Unknowns and descriptive details of the tomb itself.
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Arlington Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery: The Tomb of the Unknowns

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 1948

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier June 1941

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: May 30: Memorial Day

For Students 9th - 10th
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, was first officially observed on May 30, 1868 to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War. It is now celebrated on the last Monday in May and recognizes the efforts of all soldiers who died...
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The Tomb at Dusk

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.