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Memorial Day weekend is a perfect time to participate in family activities such as barbeques, backyard lawn games, and beach trips. But it can also make a positive impact on your kids to teach them the more serious meaning behind Memorial Day.<\/p>\n

As you pack in the family fun during this three-day weekend, try incorporating some patriotic Memorial Day activities that give your kids a greater appreciation for our country and its military.<\/p>\n

The Meaning of Memorial Day<\/h2>\n

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the military who have served our country and are no longer with us. The holiday first began in 1868 as a day called Decoration Day, where Civil War soldiers\u2019 graves were decorated with wreaths, flowers, and flags. In 1967, Memorial Day was officially named a U.S. holiday, and is still a time when families pay respect to the military and honor their sacrifices.<\/p>\n

How to Celebrate Memorial Day<\/h2>\n

To commemorate the holiday, these interactive family activities will entertain and educate kids about the true meaning of Memorial Day and create unforgettable family memories.<\/p>\n

Head to the Museum<\/h3>\n

Many museums host special events and concert band performances to commemorate fallen U.S. service members. Some museums host special exhibits, with paintings, war medals, uniforms, and military vehicles on display. There are also war museums across the country you can visit. Make sure to check your local museum\u2019s website and see what special events are taking place that weekend.<\/p>\n

Visit a Cemetery<\/h3>\n

This Memorial Day activity does not have to be a somber occasion. Rather, it can be a time to honor and celebrate our fallen soldiers. Have your family decorate the graves of soldiers at your local cemetery with flags, flowers, and wreaths. If you have a deceased friend or family member who was a soldier, this is a perfect time to honor their memory and teach your children about your family history.<\/p>\n

Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most famous spots to visit, having served as a Union Army burial site during the Civil War. At this site there are over 400,000 people buried. While visiting, you can watch the \u201cchanging of the guard\u201d ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and visit John F. Kennedy\u2019s grave site.<\/p>\n

Take a Road Trip<\/h3>\n

Go on a family adventure within your state or across state lines to discover important American monuments and learn about our country\u2019s history! Keep the kids entertained in the car with the personalized storybook My U.S.A. Road Trip<\/a> and the matching scratch-off map of the United States. As you drive, your kids can scratch off the states they have visited and learn about the states names while they read! During rest stops, try pulling out the personalized family board game Our Family\u2019s Race Across the U.S.A.,<\/a> with personalized game pieces featuring the names and photos of your family members! This fitting Memorial Day game activity will help build an appreciation and love for America.<\/p>\n

While there are too many Memorial Day destination spots to mention, we have included some of the most renowned ones below.<\/p>\n

Destination Spots for Memorial Day<\/h3>\n