1. Veteran’s Day November 11
Patriotism –is an emotional attachment to a nation which an individual recognizes as their homeland
also known as national feeling or national pride
Sacrifice - the act of giving up something that you want to keep in order to get or do something else or to help someone
November 11
Video clip “I fought for you”
Teachers: If you would like to view the clip a second, here is the link.
Purpose for viewing: Listen and look for examples of patriotism and sacrifice.

2. Lesson Discussion Questions What did you learn from this?
After you discuss, consider what you have learned from the discussion with your peers.
Lesson
Discussion Questions
What did you learn from this?
What image or comment had an impact on you and why?
What are some additional examples of patriotism that you have experienced?
What are some sacrifices you have witnessed others who are close to you make?

3. My Patriotic pledge
What can you do (a) during your school day and (b) in your community to demonstrate patriotism? Make a pledge to commit to it.
Teachers: Provide something on which your students can make the pledge. Display the pledge in the halls or in your classroom if you wish to do so.