Activities & Printables

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Veterans of the Vietnam War

This one-day lesson analyzes different perspectives to help students better understand American culture and politics during the Vietnam War era, while revealing the difficult conditions many Veterans faced upon returning home from military service.

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Service & the Civil War

This one-day lesson provides a brief overview of what military service was like during the Civil War and encourages students to consider how military service continues to impact individuals after they separate from service.

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The Tuskegee Airmen and the Civil Rights Movement: C3 Inquiry Arc

This C3 Inquiry Arc lesson plan engages students in historical inquiry by exploring the contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen and the broader experiences of marginalized groups during World War II.

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Where in the World is the U.S. Military?

Right now, the U.S. military is made up of approximately 1.2 million service members across all branches.

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Alpha, Bravo, Charlie (ABC)

Learn the NATO Phonetic Alphabet that is used for all military communications.

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Check the Time

Learn how to read and speak military time, to help our military stay organized and informed regardless of location.

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Navigating without GPS

When GPS is not available, terrain association can be a useful form of navigation.

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Use Your Senses Scavenger Hunt

Use your senses to explore the museum and discover the Veteran experience.

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Reflections on Service Scavenger Hunt

Your scavenger hunt begins in the Great Hall, then continues to the right of the front desk.

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K-W-L Chart

Document your trip! What do you KNOW, What do you WANT to know, and what did you LEARN during your visit?

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Know Before
You Go!

Prepare your students for their upcoming visit to the Museum.

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NVMM Exterior

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John Glenn

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13-Star Flag

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Deborah Sampson

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Army Drum

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Tuskegee Airmen

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Navajo Code Talkers

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Ace of Spades Card

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Service Banner

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Remembrance Gallery

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