Discussion

There are three lesson plans in this series; we recommend using them in this order:

There are three lesson plans in this series; we recommend using them in this order:

There are three lesson plans in this series; we recommend using them in this order:

Aim

To give students an understanding of the importance of remembering the Canadians who served and died during the Battle of Vimy Ridge and the First World War.

Objectives

Students will be expected to:

Objectives

Students will:

Objectives

Students will:

Summary

Students will be challenged to create a 3-day emergency kit as they learn about how Canadian Armed Forces Veterans have helped Canadians respond to natural disasters.

An optional extension activity expands discussion to include Canada’s Cold War history as students consider what supplies would be needed to keep their entire class safe in a Cold War bunker for 30 days.

Objectives

Through this activity, students will:

The Tales of Animals in War newspaper is for ages 5 to 11 to introduce the concepts of remembrance and thanks to younger children.

A new edition is issued each fall in advance of Remembrance Day and Veterans Week.

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An activity booklet for young children that introduces concepts of remembrance in an accessible and fun manner.

A new edition is issued each fall in advance of Remembrance Day and Veterans' Week.

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This newspaper, for ages 12 to 18, focuses on Canada's rich military history and heritage.

A new edition is issued each fall in advance of Remembrance Day and Veterans' Week.

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