Halloween is over and Veterans Day is around the corner. If you're looking for ways kids can celebrate Veterans Day, you've come to the right place. As the proud child of a Veteran I can share all the ways that your own kids can celebrate Veterans Day.

Veterans Day is a day to honor and thank the men and women who have served in the United States military. It is a day to reflect on the sacrifices they have made and to celebrate their bravery and dedication. It is much different from Memorial Day and my mom has a post that talks about the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. 

I am extremely proud of mom and the sacrifices that she made for me and my family by joining the army. There is so much that has come from her joining and we couldn't be more proud. Whether you have a family member or friend in the armed forces, or maybe you just want to show your thanks here are some ways your kids can celebrate Veterans Day. 

There are many ways that kids can celebrate Veterans Day. Here are a few ideas:

• Learn about Veterans Day. Talk to your kids about what Veterans Day is and why it is important. You can read books about Veterans Day, watch documentaries, or visit a war memorial.

• Thank a veteran. If you know a veteran, thank them for their service. You can give them a card, a handshake, or a hug. You can also tell them about a specific sacrifice that they made or a brave act that they performed.

• Give back to veterans. There are many ways that kids can give back to veterans. You can volunteer at a veterans hospital, donate to a veterans charity, or write a letter to a deployed soldier.

Here are some specific activities that kids can do to celebrate Veterans Day:

• Make a card or letter for a veteran. This is a simple but meaningful way to show your support for veterans. You can write a personal message or simply draw a picture

• Visit a veterans hospital or nursing home. Spend time with veterans and listen to their stories. You can also play games, sing songs, or read books to them.

• Attend a Veterans Day parade or ceremony. This is a great way to show your patriotism and to learn more about the history of Veterans Day.

• Volunteer at a veterans organization. There are many different ways to volunteer at a veterans organization. You can help with fundraising events, serve meals, or simply spend time with veterans.

• Learn about the military. Visit a military base, read books about the military, or watch documentaries about the military. This is a great way to learn more about the different branches of the military and the different jobs that service members perform.

• Interview a veteran. If you know a veteran, ask them if they would be willing to share their story with you. This is a great way to learn more about their experiences and to appreciate the sacrifices that they have made.

No matter how you choose to celebrate Veterans Day, make sure to take the time to thank the veterans in your life. They deserve our gratitude and respect.

Here are some additional ideas for ways that kids can celebrate Veterans Day:

• Write a poem or song about veterans. This is a creative way to express your gratitude and respect for veterans.

• Create a piece of art about veterans. This could be a painting, drawing, sculpture, or anything else that you can come up with.

• Put on a play or skit about veterans. This is a fun and educational way to learn more about the military and the sacrifices that veterans have made.

• Bake cookies or brownies for veterans. This is a delicious way to show your appreciation for veterans.

• Plant a tree in honor of a veteran. This is a lasting way to remember and honor a veteran.

No matter what you choose to do, make sure that your celebration of Veterans Day is meaningful and respectful. Veterans deserve our gratitude and admiration.