September

Welles Crowther was a 24-year-old American equities trader and volunteer firefighter who became known for his extraordinary actions during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, which ultimately took his life. Rather than simply evacuating himself, he reportedly helped numerous people escape from the upper floors of the South Tower of

This Community Heroes Writing Activity is an age appropriate way for elementary students to honor Patriot Day, while focusing on the positive theme of recognizing heroes. Through brainstorming, writing, and creative activities, students reflect on the qualities of those who serve and protect while strengthening their literacy skills. The following heroes are

This Patriot Day Writing and Craft Project is a great way to recognize the events of September 11th, 2001 in your elementary classroom. It focuses on what it means to be a hero, helper, or brave – rather than the very difficult topics related to this historical day. Learn more about this

Patriot Day (September 11th) offers a good opportunity to pause, reflect, and honor the heroes who serve and protect our communities. For younger students, it can be challenging to acknowledge the day in a way that feels meaningful and age-appropriate. This Letters to Heroes Writing Packet teaches students about the idea of

Learn about a true American hero named Welles Crowther in these The Man in the Red Bandana Activities. He was working in the Twin Towers when they were struck on September 11, 2001. He is remembered for his extraordinary acts of bravery during the terrorist attack that day where he reportedly stayed

This printable Apple Word Search is a fun way for elementary students to learn about apples and enhance their vocabulary this September. This activity features a themed vocabulary activity with words related to apples. It’s a great way to engage students in a relaxing yet educational task. The apple vocabulary word search

This Fall Word Search is a fun and festive way for students to celebrate the first day of autumn while enhancing their vocabulary. This September hidden word puzzle activity features a themed vocabulary activity with words related to the fall season. It’s a great way to engage students in a relaxing yet

This Constitution Day Word Search is a fun and festive way for students to celebrate this September holiday while enhancing their vocabulary. This word find activity features a themed vocabulary activity with words related to Constitution Day. It’s a great way to engage students in a relaxing yet educational task. The printable

This Grandparents Day Word Search is a fun and festive way for students to celebrate this September holiday while enhancing their vocabulary. This hidden word puzzle activity features a themed vocabulary activity with words related to Grandparents Day. It’s a great way to engage students in a relaxing yet educational task. The

This printable Patriot Day Word Search is a quick and easy way for students to recognize this September holiday while enhancing their vocabulary. This September 11th word search activity features a themed vocabulary activity with words related to Patriot Day and the events of 9/11. It’s a great way to engage students

Calling all elementary teachers! Did you know that on September 17th ALL teachers in schools that receive government funding are required to teach at least one lesson about the Constitution? It’s true! In the past, I scrambled to find something to fulfill my obligation as Constitution Day ALWAYS snuck up