I have realized that most public and private schools have classes on this day. Because we have been homeschooling for eight years and I have been out of public school for .... years, I don't recall this not being a day off in recognition of those who have served this nation over the years. I realized this about two years ago when my brother, who was in high school, invited my husband to a breakfast at his school celebrating Veterans. I thought, wait, we don't have school that day, why would my brother? With that said, we take the day off because when my husband is home, he typically has the day off. We spend the day together as a family hanging out or catching up on projects.
This year my husband is out doing his stuff. We are still taking the day off to clean out our closets and bedrooms. We are doing this to donate items to the Goodwill and to local veteran's organizations. I feel that we are using this day as a moment to teach the children goodwill. We have embraced this concept years ago in a general sense, but it's time to get the littlest one on board.
I hope you enjoy these printables and take the time to reflect on what this day recognizes. Thank you and Happy Veteran's Day to any of you that have served or to your loved one who has.
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