What is Veterans Day?

Worksheet Description

This Veterans Day worksheet provides an educational overview of the holiday, tailored for students to understand its significance. At the top, the question “What is Veterans Day?” introduces the topic, followed by an explanation that Veterans Day is an annual observance in the United States on November 11 to honor military veterans. The purpose is to pay tribute to all men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces, specifically naming the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, which are illustrated with a sketch of a soldier.

The worksheet outlines the origins of Veterans Day, tracing it back to the end of World War I and the signing of the Armistice on November 11, 1918. It also mentions how the holiday evolved from Armistice Day, originally commemorating only World War I veterans, to Veterans Day, honoring all veterans. The text describes traditional celebrations like parades and ceremonies, and the wearing of uniforms or medals by veterans. Schools often hold special assemblies to educate students about the day’s importance. Additionally, it highlights the custom of visiting memorials and cemeteries and the act of volunteering or donating as expressions of gratitude towards veterans, emphasizing the day as a collective moment to appreciate and express gratitude for the sacrifices made by service members for the nation.