What is Veterans Day, and how can children show appreciation? These six printable activities help children ages 6–10 learn about the holiday, practice reading and math, and create a thoughtful thank-you message.
Veterans Day is observed in the United States on November 11. It honors people who served in the U.S. military, in wartime or peacetime. For background, see the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Veterans Day facts and information
Download the Veterans Day Worksheets
The US Letter PDF includes six black-and-white pages. Print the full set or choose a single page for a classroom discussion, homeschool lesson, or quiet activity at home.
1. Veterans in Our Community
Color a child offering a thank-you card to a veteran. Ask children to name one way to show appreciation, such as writing a note or listening respectfully.
2. Read About Veterans Day
Read a short passage about the date and purpose of Veterans Day, then answer two questions. For readers who need support, read the passage aloud and ask them to point to the words that support each answer.
3. Veterans Day Word Match
Match four words—veteran, honor, gratitude, and community—to their meanings. Invite older students to use one of the words in an original sentence.
4. Thank-You Card Math
Solve three word problems about making, delivering, and arranging cards. The problems use addition, subtraction, and equal groups. Children can draw the groups or use counters if they have not learned multiplication yet.
5. Plan a Thank-You Card
Put four card-making steps in order. This page is a short sequencing activity and a practical lead-in to the final drawing and writing page.
6. A Note of Thanks
Draw a picture and write or dictate a message. Children can address the card to a veteran they know or use the printed greeting. A short, sincere message is enough.
Using the Pack with Ages 6–10
For ages 6–7, try the coloring page and sequencing activity first. Read directions aloud and offer counters for the math problems. For ages 8–10, invite independent reading, written explanations, and a two- or three-sentence message. Choose activities by current skills rather than age alone.
No child needs to know a veteran or share personal family information to take part. The thank-you page can stay in a notebook or be shared through an arrangement made by an adult.
How to Print
Download the PDF. Select US Letter (8.5 × 11 inches), portrait orientation, and Actual Size or 100%. If your printer clips an edge, choose Fit. To print on A4, select A4 and Fit. The pages are designed for black-and-white printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Veterans Day?
Veterans Day is observed on November 11 in the United States.
How is Veterans Day different from Memorial Day?
Veterans Day honors people who served in the U.S. military. Memorial Day specifically remembers military personnel who died in service to their country. The Department of Veterans Affairs explains the distinction at the link above.
Do children need to write independently?
No. An adult can read the directions and write down a child’s spoken answer or message.
Is there an answer key?
Yes. Reading: November 11; people who served in the U.S. military. Word match: 1–C, 2–D, 3–A, 4–B. Math: 15, 15, and 24 cards. Sequencing (top to bottom): 4, 1, 3, 2.