This Memorial Day game will help children learn the importance of remembrance. It will also teach them that kindness and justice will live on in people’s minds longer than evil ever will.
Materials
– Hershey Kisses
– Black Permanent Marker
Object
Children will test their memories as they compete to see who can make the most pairs!
Preparation
For each two children, make one group of eight-ten Hershey kisses. Break each group of Hershey Kisses into four-five pairs. On the bottom of each pair, you will draw matching shapes (ie- two hearts, two smiley faces, two squares etc.). Make sure you don’t repeat any shapes in any of the groups!
Introduction
Over the years, Memorial Day has become a sort of kick-off to the summer season. Although we love nothing more than the happiness and warmth that summer brings, we do have to remember that that isn’t the real season for the holiday. We celebrate Memorial Day to remember those who have fallen in the line of duty, the brave…
