“Mom, what is a veteran?” and so begins our search to answer the question of the day for November 11th. This generation of children has been unusually protected from much, if any, exposure to war and soldiers and military importance. So, when they see or hear reference to the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, they don't understand the significance or relevance to their lives. We can use this holiday as the perfect springboard to learning more about our history, our blessings, and the brave men and women who have served to protect us, and all that we hold dear.

Veterans Day--the history of this holiday may be unknown to many of us, and yet it exists because of the strength and convictions of generations past that we should remember our veterans and their sacrifices for our peace and protection. There was a price paid for the freedom that we enjoy, and this freedom still needs our protection.

On this holiday, we honor all of our veterans. Those in the military serve in all kinds of jobs: soldiers, doctors, nurses, pilots, engineers, astronauts, and so much more. They all work hard to protect and defend America, and we should be grateful to them all.

This holiday use the one-week Veterans Day unit study (designed for K - 12 students) to become familiar with veterans, their sacrifice and their courage. Learn more about the American military system and how it protects us today.

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Veterans Day
through 11/11/11!

If you're interested in studying more patriotic holidays, check out Amanda's Patriotic Holidays four-week study for K - 12 students.

If curiosity about the countries of Europe has been piqued by Tricia's new book, Remembering You, and Amanda's Veteran's Day unit study, the Passport Geography series offers even more opportunities to dig deeper . . .

Pack up and get ready to travel to the United Kingdom with Passport United Kingdom! This one-week unit study has been developed to provide your student with a virtual tour of the United Kingdom, covering the geography of this nation, as well as some of its history, art & literature, landmarks, and interesting people.

From online strolls through Buckingham Palace to riding the gigantic Eye of London, you will visit historic and unique sites and marvelous places that span the island nation that is called the United Kingdom.

Passport Geography includes the best resources available to give you the virtual experience of traveling around the United Kingdom. You will see and hear the sights and sounds of cities and villages, people, daily life, tourist spots, and historical places, all from the comfort of home–no passport required, other than your Passport series unit study!

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through 11/11/11!

"I found the daily lessons to be completely full of deep learning while keeping the learning both fun and intriguing. . . . In Passport: United Kingdom your children will be captivated by not only the geography of these wonderful nations, but also by the culture, people, and places. Your children (and you) will feel like you have been transported from your home into the heart of the United Kingdom by taking a ride on the London Eye or traveling throughout London on a double-decker. They will also come to know wonderful people including the new Duke of Cambridge (Prince William) and beloved story teller, Beatrix Potter. . . .”—Kellyann Walker, Summerville, SC

From online strolls through Paris, to touring ancient Roman structures, you will visit historic and unique sites and marvelous places that span the nation that is officially called the French Republic. Some of the regions you will be visiting include:

• Burgundy
• Provence
• The Pyrenees
• Normandy

Some of the spots that you will be visiting include:

• The Eiffel Tower
• The Louvre
• Lyon Cathedral
• Corsica
• Carcassonne

"Passport France is a fantastic one week unit study, jam packed with wonderful learning opportunities! While you may not be visiting this country in person, this study gives you such a feel for this beautiful country! Passport France takes you on a tour of some of the most beautiful and well known cities, such as Paris. You will also visit some cities that you may not be as familiar with, places like Corsica and Nice! Passport France covers a myriad of topics including geography, map skills, animals, landmarks, rivers, science, sports, and so much more! . . .

Passport France makes me want to pack my suitcase and head to Europe and explore!"

—Michele Gerrells, Pittsgrove, NJ