Memorial Day
What is memorial day ?
Its an American holiday that honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it is originated in the years following the civil war and became an official federal holiday in 1971

When is it ?
- The last Monday of May

What are a few ways to show honor and respect on Memorial Day?

• Visit cemeteries or memorials 
• family gatherings 
• participate/ or attend in/to parades  

To show honor and respect on this day, i will 

•   Try to visit a cemetery 
• Tell others about the importance of this holiday 

Reflection

I feel like this holiday is very important because it shows respect and honor to those who are not here with us anymore. It shows that theyre appreciated. Those men and women fought for us, it was their choice. They were brave enough to do it and that is one of the reasons why i respect them. When i was younger i always wanted to join the army, marines, air force and etc. I look up to those people, the people who served/serve for our country. 

"Its a GREAT MOMENT when someone has character to step up and do the right thing at the right time."

-Pam Knox

You should always tell the truth. Even if it was a mistake or on purpose. When you are honest, it shows that you have good character. It also shows that you can be trusted. People look up to those kind of people, the ones that dont lie or cheat. For example if you were to win something and then you realized with it was a mistake, the best thing to do is to say the truth. Return your medal or trophy. Its worth it. You gain respect and you feel better

"I have been asked what i mean by 'word of honor.' i will tell you. place me behind prison walls- walls of stone ever so high, ever so thick, reaching ever so far into the ground- there is a possibility that in some way or another i might be able to escape; but stand me on the floor and draw a chalk line around me and have me give my word of honor never to cross it. Can i get out of that circle ? No, never! id die first."

-karl g. maeser

You have to keep your word. If you say you're going to do something, do it. If you make a promise, keep it. People get disappointed when their friends, family etc dont keep their promises. It shows that you cant be trusted. When i make a promise, i keep it. But i never make promises i know i cant keep, you shouldn't either. This shows the kind of person you are. For example, if you tell your parents that you'll be home by a certain time, be home at that time or before. If you dont keep your word, repercussions can come after it. Some examples include losing your friends, losing the trust of people you love and care about and may be getting grounded by your legal guardian. 

"All well your part;there all honor lies." 

-Alexander Pope 

This quote is saying that Your actions determine your reputation. Your reputation determines who you are. You're doing whats right If you're helping your family, friends, classmates and anyone else, it makes you an honorable person.Treat other the way you want to be treated.  If you act good, you deserve to be treated good.  If you respect others, others will respect you. Appearance and power does not matter. Age and height does not matter either. All that matters is the good deed you did. It could of been a very small one or a very large one but you did it so that will bring honor to your name.

Presidents Day 

Presidents day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. It was established in 1885. It was originally a holiday to celebrate George Washington’s birthday but over the years it changed and now we celebrate all us past and present presidents. Presidents and Independence day are alike. Both are viewed as a time to celebrate and to remember the past. You can show honor and respect on Presidents day by attending to events that are made to honor presidents on this day such as ceremonies, parades or etc. We can also teach children about many different types of presidents. 

3 ways to show respect 

* Hang an american flag outside your house

*Write a letter to a president 

* Make arts and crafts that include presidents and/or the things they accomplished

World War ll

World war ll was from september 1, 1939-september 2, 1945 
World War 2 was fought between two groups of countries. On one side were the Axis Powers, including Germany, Italy and Japan. On the other side were the Allies. They included Britain, France, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, India, the Soviet Union, China and the United States of America.
Germany was ruled by Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party. Hitler wanted Germany to control Europe. Japan wanted to control Asia and the Pacific. In 1937 Japan attacked China. In 1939 Germany invaded Poland. This is how World War 2 began. Some countries did not join the war, but stayed neutral (on either side). Spain, Sweden and Switzerland were neutral countries. So was Ireland, though many Irish people helped the Allies. World War II took place across the globe. Most of the combat action took place in Europe, East Asia, and islands in the Pacific Ocean, but others were seen in places as far away as Madagascar and the Aleutian Islands. Countries such as Poland, China, Russia, and Germany saw their territories directly involved in war and suffered terribly; countries such as the United States and Canada were relatively far from the action, but their citizens still fought a robust home front providing war goods for their men abroad.

How can we honor and show respect for world war ll veterans ? * Visit one of ABMC’s 25 cemeteries or 27 monuments: Admission to all sites is free and no tickets are required. * Pause to remember those Americans who never made it home: More than 200,000 from WWI and WWII are honored at ABMC cemeteries.

  One event that occurred in world war ll : * Hitler invaded poland on september 1 Britain and france declare war to Germany two days later