Parent Guide > The Origins of Memorial Day
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "The Origins of Memorial Day" by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
In "The Origins of Memorial Day," the history of how Memorial Day has changed over the years is discussed.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Death and War & Peace as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How do people face death?" and "How are we changed by war?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "The Origins of Memorial Day" about?
- What did you learn about Death?
- What did you learn about War & Peace?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: