Memorial Day (USA)

Learn about the history of Memorial Day with this informative article. This printable also includes reading comprehension questions.

Read about the flowers commonly seen on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The worksheet includes a short article and 6 reading comprehension questions.

John wants to have a picnic in the park like most Saturdays, but when his usual spot is taken, he and his mom end up by a statue dedicated to fallen soldiers. John learns about a Memorial Day service that has long been forgotten. But when he meets a special woman who knows about the service, he's determine to bring the tradition back.

Jason wants to hear all about Grandpa Bill's job in the Army during the Vietnam War. When Grandpa Bill shares his experiences, Jason learns that his Grandpa is a war hero!

This poem teaches kids about the symbolism of the American flag.

Use words from the word bank to complete each sentence about the US flag.

This is a large outline picture of the American flag. Color "Old Glory" using the correct colors in the correct areas.

This crossword is a great activity to help students learn about Memorial Day. Clues help students fill in the puzzle with terms like honor, military, Army, Navy, Air Force, soldier, remember, poppies, and more.