Spotlight: Remembrance Day

 
 
 

Every November 11, on the 11th hour, Canadians observe Remembrance Day. On this day, we honour all those who have served in Canada’s armed forces, from World War I up to today. Use the collections below to explore some Edwin materials that can support Remembrance Day.

 
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Organizing a Ceremony (6-8)
Organizing a Ceremony (6-8)

Use this collection to help students gain a better understanding and appreciation of the meaning of Remembrance Day. Students will read a few texts connected to conflict and respond to those texts. They will then plan and conduct a ceremony for Remembrance Day. Students will have opportunities to speak, listen, read, write, view, and create media texts, think creatively and critically, and problem solve. Students will have opportunities to connect to other curricula, specifically history, music, drama, art. Copy Edwin Collection

Honouring Veterans (9-10)
Honouring Veterans (9-10)

Use this collection to help students gain a better understanding and appreciation of the meaning of Remembrance Day. Students will read/view a few texts connected to conflict and respond to those texts. They will then decide how they will honour those who have served by creating a text in a format of their choice. Students will have opportunities to speak, listen, read, write, view and create media texts, think creatively and critically, and problem solve. Copy Edwin Collection

Mural Honours Veterans (Take 10!)
Mural Honours Veterans (Take 10!)

Students read a newspaper article about a new mural on the Army Navy Veterans of Canada building in Winnipeg. They consider how this artwork honours veterans and how they might do so. This collection provides students with opportunities to speak, listen, read, view, write, and create texts, as well as think creatively and critically, and problem solve. Copy Edwin Collection

 
 

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