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Children’s Books for Memorial Day

Memorial Day is one of those holidays that can be really difficult to explain to young children.  We all look forward to the unofficial start of summer, but we also want to recognize the true intent of the day, which is to honor our servicemen and women who have made sacrifices for our freedom.  Books are my favorite way to introduce this particular day, here are a few that I have used: (all links are affiliates)

Memorial Day Surprise by Theresa Martin Golding
F is for Flag by Wendy Cheyette Lewison and Barbara Duke
Rolling Thunder by Kate Messner
Do you have a favorite book for Memorial Day, or even a favorite patriotic book? Feel free to share a link in the comments!

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