In the United States, Patriot Day is observed in remembrance of those killed and injured in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The majority of school-age children are too young to remember this tragic day in American history, but they aren’t too young to learn about the events that changed our nation.
Below you’ll find over 20 free Patriot Day and September 11th activities, printables, crafts, and lesson plans for kids of all ages. Whether you’re looking for age-appropriate ways to discuss the events of 9/11 with younger children or more in-depth resources for older students, there’s something here for every homeschool family.
Printables and Notebooking Pages
- Patriot’s Day Printable Mini-Book — A foldable mini-book activity that covers the basics of what happened on 9/11
- September 11 Notebooking Pages — Free notebooking pages for recording what your child learns about Patriot Day
- 9/11 Never Forget Notebooking Pages — Additional notebooking pages focused on remembrance
- Patriot Day Coloring Pages — Simple coloring pages for younger children to use while discussing the day
Videos and Virtual Experiences
- Virtual Tour of the 9/11 Memorial Museum — Take a virtual walk through the memorial without leaving your home
- September 11th Animated Video (BrainPOP) — An age-appropriate animated overview of the events of 9/11
- Remembering 9/11 in Pictures (National Geographic) — Powerful photo collection for older students
Writing and Discussion Activities
- 9/11 Teen Writing Prompts (WriteShop) — Thoughtful writing prompts for teens to reflect on the meaning of 9/11
- September 11th Interview Activity — Have students interview parents, grandparents, or neighbors about where they were on 9/11
- Hero Poems and Writing Activities — Help kids express gratitude to first responders through poetry and creative writing
Lesson Plans and Teacher Guides
- The Day That Changed America Teacher’s Guide (Scholastic) — A comprehensive guide with discussion questions and activities
- Understanding September 11th Lesson Plans — Structured lesson plans for different grade levels
- Teaching and Learning about 9/11 (NY Times) — Resources and lesson ideas from the New York Times
- Talk with Children about 9-11 Ideas & Activities — Age-appropriate conversation guides from the 9/11 Memorial
- September 11th Interactive Timeline Activity — Walk through the events of the day in chronological order
Crafts and Hands-On Activities
- Patriotic Hand Print Craft — A simple craft for younger kids to create a patriotic keepsake
- Patriotic Burlap Banner — A craft project to display remembrance in your home
- Never Forgotten Printable Craft — A printable craft activity focused on remembrance
- American Flag Chalk Pastel Art Tutorial — A beautiful art project using chalk pastels to create an American flag
- Star-Spangled Slime — A fun, patriotic-themed sensory activity for younger learners
Music
- The Stars and Stripes Forever Music Appreciation Lesson — Teach kids about Sousa’s famous march while learning about patriotism
The lives of the women and men lost in the terrorist attacks will always be remembered. Use these resources to help your children understand, remember, and honor those who were lost and those who responded with courage.
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