How to celebrate veterans day?

4. Encourage your child’s teacher to develop a Veterans Day lesson plan. A timeline or short writing project is a great way for students to learn about the holiday’s history. Consider organizing a creative writing contest with the theme of Veterans Day. Talk with the school and understand their requirements. read more

Attend a Veterans Day parade in your area. Veterans, military and National Guard units, and sometimes civic organizations, march or ride in parades celebrating the significance of this day. Take your children to visit a veterans hospital, or encourage them to send a letter of thanks to a veteran. read more

In 1938, Armistice Day was voted a national holiday, and then in 1971 became Veterans Day, honoring veterans of all wars, under President Nixon. After the Vietnam War, Veterans Day celebrations, parades, and speeches dwindled in popularity and the day has become, for many, another day off. read more