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Celebrate service and gratitude by exploring what Veterans Day means and why it is observed across the United States.
In Veterans Day, children learn what the holiday means and why communities across the country set aside this special day to recognize military veterans. With kid-friendly explanations and meaningful examples, children explore how Veterans Day is observed through ceremonies, flags, special events, and words of thanks.
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From ceremonies and flags to meaningful messages of thanks, Veterans Day becomes a celebration children can understand and take part in.
The Our Celebrations series helps children connect familiar U.S. holidays to the stories, values, and traditions that shape the United States. Each book invites young learners to explore why a celebration matters--introducing its origins, purpose, and customs. With kid-friendly explanations, relatable examples, and discussion prompts that encourage reflection, the series supports early social studies learning (especially civics) while helping children see how celebrations bring communities together.
Dani Neiley is a writer and editor who has worked on countless book series for Teacher Created Materials, including Exploring Social Studies: California, Primary Source Readers: Around the United States, Primary Source Readers: Around the World, Book Adventures: Classroom Libraries, and Smithsonian STEAM Readers: Earth & Space Science, Life Science, and Physical Science. Her favorite books to write have included Our Rocky Mountains, Watching Plants Grow, and Bunny's Magic Day. She received two B.A.s in English Literature and Screenwriting from Chapman University. She lives in the foothills of Colorado and loves to explore the great outdoors.
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