Thankfulness: Writing to our Veterans

In my area we are near a couple of military bases. There are many veterans and active military around us. Teaching the students to recognize them is really important to me. This week we are writing to our veterans. I have done this for the last couple of years. Many of the students know a veteran, or have someone in their family, but many do not. Luckily I know many! We have many neighbors who serve, and also family members. I talk to them a lot about what veterans do, and they are able to "put themselves in their shoes."

This year I started by showing this amazing tribute I found. It shows each part of the military and is very appropriate for all ages. I had many kids in tears, including me!

We choose someone to write to, and then I send them off. I always am a bit nervous/embarrassed to send them just because I don't know how they are going to receive them. Every time it has been a beautiful experience for my students and the veterans. I makes me a little emotional when I talk about it, and I think for students to see emotions close to the surface for teachers it's a good thing. I think it helps them realize how important it is to us. I have many different writing papers in my November Writing Bundle. Click on the pic to find it in my store. Also, I am giving one packet away. Please leave a comment of your favorite November Writing Activity. Another way to enter is to go to my FACEBOOK page and share the post about Veteran's Day Writing.

I will annouce winners by November 13!