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Easy to Use Remembrance Day Assembly Ideas

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This post is full of ideas for an elementary school Remembrance Day assembly.

Every school across Canada has held a Remembrance Day assembly since the end of the Second World War. In fact, it is written into the School Act in Alberta as a requirement. Schools must have a Remembrance Day assembly on the day closest to November 11. We’ve got some Remembrance Day assembly ideas for you.

We’ve been thinking how we’ll honour our soldiers at school. If you are planning a Remembrance Day assembly, we might have a few ideas for you.

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Memorable Books for Remembrance Day in Canada

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Come read the list of books we use in our classroom for Remembrance Day.

Looking for Remembrance Day books for Canadian classrooms? Our list has picture books, non-fiction, novels and graphic novels, plus short reading activities. Picture books work for older students too, and most of the novels suit students in grade five and up.

Preparing for Remembrance Day commemorations is a great opportunity to talk not only about the sacrifices of the past but also about our contributions to peace. There are so many Remembrance Day activities out there, but most of them involve poppy crafts. One of the best ways to learn about the past is by reading Remembrance Day books. They are always a great way to introduce solemn topics while uplifting our students. Most of all, they are portable, easy to use, and don’t require a lot of technology.

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