Peace's Eleventh Hour
Life Skills
30 Min
activityDiscover why Veterans Day is observed on November 11th by exploring the historical significance of the 'eleventh hour' of World War I. Together, create a symbolic 'moment marker' using everyday breakfast items to remember this pivotal time of peace.
The lesson goal is learners will understand the specific historical event that led to Veterans Day being observed on November 11th, including the concept of an armistice. They will be able to explain how this exact moment marked the end of a major world war and creatively represent historical significance using everyday items.
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Learning Guide
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- 1
A Special Day5 Min
- Discuss special days with your child using a breakfast item as a prompt.
- Move on when Student identifies at least one special day and can say one thing that makes it feel different.
Photo by Nathan Stein on Pexels - 2
Marking a Moment8 Min
- Ask how to mark a specific, important moment in time.
- Help your child gather toast/napkin, spread, and blunt knife.
- Move on when Student has chosen materials for a 'moment marker' and can describe one way to mark it.
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko on Pexels - 3
The Eleventh Hour6 Min
- Explain WWI, the armistice, and the 11th hour of the 11th day.
- Ask your child what an armistice means and why the time is significant.
- Move on when Student can explain 'armistice' in their own words and understands why the 11th hour of the 11th day is important for Veterans Day.
Photo by Nathan J Hilton on Pexels - 4
Our Moment Marker9 Min
- Spread the topping on the toast or napkin.
- Use a blunt knife or finger to make a mark symbolizing the 'eleventh hour'.
- Move on when Student has created a mark on their chosen material that they explain symbolizes the 'eleventh hour' or the end of fighting.
Photo by Kindel Media on Pexels - 5
Remembering Together2 Min
- Ask your child to share one thing they learned about Veterans Day.
- Move on when Student shares one key takeaway about the significance of November 11th or the armistice.
Photo by Ann Hannes on Pexels
Why do we celebrate on the eleventh?
Life Skills30 MinactivityDiscover why Veterans Day is observed on November 11th by exploring the historical significance of the 'eleventh hour' of World War I. Together, create a symbolic 'moment marker' using everyday breakfast items to remember this pivotal time of peace.
Our Goal is learners will understand the specific historical event that led to Veterans Day being observed on November 11th, including the concept of an armistice. They will be able to explain how this exact moment marked the end of a major world war and creatively represent historical significance using everyday items.
What You Need
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Learning Guide
Step-by-step guidance. No preparation required.
- 1
A Special Day5 Min
- Discuss special days with your child using a breakfast item as a prompt.
- Move on when Student identifies at least one special day and can say one thing that makes it feel different.
Photo by Nathan Stein on Pexels - 2
Marking a Moment8 Min
- Ask how to mark a specific, important moment in time.
- Help your child gather toast/napkin, spread, and blunt knife.
- Move on when Student has chosen materials for a 'moment marker' and can describe one way to mark it.
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko on Pexels - 3
The Eleventh Hour6 Min
- Explain WWI, the armistice, and the 11th hour of the 11th day.
- Ask your child what an armistice means and why the time is significant.
- Move on when Student can explain 'armistice' in their own words and understands why the 11th hour of the 11th day is important for Veterans Day.
Photo by Nathan J Hilton on Pexels - 4
Our Moment Marker9 Min
- Spread the topping on the toast or napkin.
- Use a blunt knife or finger to make a mark symbolizing the 'eleventh hour'.
- Move on when Student has created a mark on their chosen material that they explain symbolizes the 'eleventh hour' or the end of fighting.
Photo by Kindel Media on Pexels - 5
Remembering Together2 Min
- Ask your child to share one thing they learned about Veterans Day.
- Move on when Student shares one key takeaway about the significance of November 11th or the armistice.
Photo by Ann Hannes on Pexels
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