A Poppy is to Remember by Heather Patterson. With soothing words and illustrations aimed at younger readers, children will learn how the bright red poppy became the symbol for honouring those who fought for freedom.
https://www.getepic.com/app/read/7064 is a great book found on the website Epic! about Remembrance Day. This book examines the history of Remembrance Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.
Proud as a Peacock Brave as a Lion by Jane Barclay Illustrated by Renne Benoit
“Follow along with this story as a grandfather talks about how he was proud as a peacock wearing an Army uniform, and as brave as a lion in battle during war. This book helps remember brave men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our freedoms.”
Cross Curricular Connections:
Art: Make poppy art
Social Studies: gather stories from students families of anyone who served in a war.
Language arts: write poems about peace
